Thursday, September 17, 2015

THE FACE OF CHANGE by Baba Buntu

Written by Baba Buntu

THE FACE OF CHANGE. ~ Today we were invited by Bavubuka Dynasty (a Revolutionary Hip-Hop community) to facilitate a dialogue on Empowerment of Self, Family and Community. And we were graced by the presence of true souljah-hood. These young Afripreneurs expressed no fear as they embarked on a break-ya-neck conversation on Afrikan truth, honesty and presence. From white supremacy to religious terrorism to Euro-extreme education to western-centric patriarchy to honorable manhood.

What you see on the faces here is “being-present-in-me”; a place too many young Afrikan men are denied and too many don’t know how to create. We have become so used to the mimicry of performed, colonized manhood that we think it is normal. And end up living through so many broken pieces that when we finally are confronted with The Real Black Man within – we realize that we don’t know him well. And that it may take a life time to restore him.

But – once that journey begins, a new Afrika emerges. A new way of relating to Sisters becomes possible. A wholesome fatherhood a necessity. The breakdown of systemic oppression a commitment.

Give thanks to Babaluku and his family for setting up this space. And mad love, respect and honor to these Warrior Sons who grounded themselves deeper into the Afrikan soil that gave birth to their spirit. You are beyond inspiring

Sunday, September 13, 2015

IMPACTING THE YOUNG EMERGING LEADERS OF THE CONTINENT


Bavubuka Allstarz Foundation is indeed looking forward to these transformative times where so much wisdom is needed to regain our Dignity and sense of self-worth.

We would like thank brother Baba Buntu for having the heart and spirit to return and build with the Young Uganda Visionaries.

Below is his message to you all who stand in solidarity with Our Beloved Land.
"SHOUT-OUT AND BIG-UP TO THE YOUTH OF UGANDA: Massive respect to all cultural warriors, conscious change makers and workers for Afrikan Empowerment in Uganda. I can't wait to be with the family next week!
The link below documents some of the work I did before the projects I have developed in Azania (South Afrika). It is a collage of photos and music of AFRIKAN YOUTH IN NORWAY; a defining movement I helped to start there 20 years ago. Many of the youth who came up under this organization are today teachers, politicians, advisors, activists, cultural knowledge holders, writers, performers, specialists and change makers. And they know very well who they are – and what they are not. They represent Mama Afrika everywhere they go. Big up to all members, leaders, supporters and believers. Afrika is VERY possible.
I am posting this to inspire every Afrikan (especially youth!) who have just started a project and feels demotivated due to lack of support. Do NOT wait for endorsement, validation, standing ovations and big prices. Working to elevate Afrikan consciousness is HARD, and will remain hard for a long time. Do NOT doubt the idea planted in your mind. March forward with militant conviction. Listen deeply – and you will hear the words of support you need; coming from right inside. You are chosen. Keep walking! See you soon!"