66. Truth-Telling and Preserving African Heritage Featuring Valerie Keter

Did you know that less than 2% of the world's documented history is dedicated to African stories? Despite being the cradle of humanity, much of Africa's rich history remains untold or worse, misrepresented.In this episode of the Represented Podcast, I sit down with Valerie Keter, a Kenyan historian and filmmaker committed to truth-telling and preserving African heritage. Valerie’s work brings to light the stories that colonial narratives tried to erase, showcasing African architecture, the significance of traditional hairstyles, and the lasting impact of colonisation that still shapes our societies today.We dig into the questions that deserve answers:Why are African landmarks still carrying colonial names decades after independence?How did colonialism disrupt traditional African knowledge systems and cultural practices?And what can we do now to reclaim, protect, and honour our African heritage for future generations?For online business owners committed to their own journey of racial awareness and equity, this episode offers a window into the hidden histories that shape the world we live in today. Understanding the full context of colonial legacies is key to building truly inclusive spaces because you can’t challenge what you don’t know.Valerie's storytelling is vivid and deeply rooted in truth. This conversation is an invitation to reconnect with the stories we've been told to forget, and to protect them for those who come after us.LINKS:Valerie KeterTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@valerieketerInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/valerie_keter/Website - https://filmset.africa/I'd love to invite you to dive deeper into racial inclusion work by joining me for the next round of my 10 week online program REPRESENTED. Check out all the details and join the waitlist 👉🏾 https://anniegichuru.com/representedCome say hi on Instagram, let me know where you are tuning in from. I'd love to hear from you 👉🏾 https://www.instagram.com/annie.gichuru