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Link Up Podcast — Ep 11 (part 2) | Ft Ɔbenfo Ọbádélé Bakari Kambon (Abibitumi Conference, Abibiw
Link Up Podcast — Ep 11 (part 2) | Ft Ɔbenfo Ọbádélé Bakari Kambon (Abibitumi Conference, Abibiw Kwento xpr 67 Views • 3 months ago

⁣Link Up Podcast — Ep 11 (part 2) | Ft Ɔbenfo Ọbádélé Bakari Kambon (Abibitumi Conference, Abibiwiase, Film Festival, Open D.O.O.R. Dialogues)
Hosts: Niara Esi Ìjèawelē Ọmọlará Kwento & Bakari Kwadwo Ọbatayé Kwento

Akɔaba, Woezɔ, Oɔbaake (welcome) to another episode of Link Up Podcast, where we connect with Abibifoɔ (Black People) doing Black powerful work across Abibiman (the Black Land) and the diaspora.

In this episode, we Link Up again with Ɔbenfo Ọbádélé Bakari Kambon for Part 2 of our Episode 11 discussion. This portion centers on the expanding institutional work growing out of Abibitumi, including the upcoming Abibitumi Conference, the Abibitumi/Abibifahodie Film Festival, the developing Abibiwiase television show, and the Open D.O.O.R. Dialogues. Ɔbenfo explains how these projects are connected through the larger mission of creating Black spaces that are not just online, but physical, organized, and rooted in Black liberation work.

We discuss the origins of the film festival, the need for independent Black-controlled media spaces, the transition from the original Film Festival idea into the Abibitumi/Abibifahodie Film Festival, and the development of Abibiwiase as an upcoming television show. The conversation also moves through the Open D.O.O.R. Dialogues, including the role of the University of Ghana, the College of Humanities, and endorsements from major Ghana institutions. This is a conversation about building Black venues, Black media, Black conferences, Black festivals, and Black institutional power without waiting for stench approval.

This is a conversation about raised consciousness becoming raised behavior, Black love as institution, and the work required to bring the whole family Black home.

Feel free to share your thoughts, and Link Up!

NKYINKYIM: The Creation of an African Museum | Kwame Akoto Bamfo | TEDxAccra
NKYINKYIM: The Creation of an African Museum | Kwame Akoto Bamfo | TEDxAccra Kwadwo Danmeara Tòkunbọ̀ Datɛ 67 Views • 9 months ago

Museums have long been unwelcoming or intimidating spaces for many, particularly ordinary Africans. In this powerful talk, Kwame Akoto Bamfo reimagines the museum experience through the lens of African heritage and community engagement. By embracing change as a constant force, Kwame demonstrates how interactive art and inclusive spaces can serve as healing, dialogue, and transformation mediums.

Through his work, he challenges traditional perceptions of museums and invites communities to reconnect with their identity and heritage. This talk is a compelling exploration of how art can celebrate cultural freedom and inspire others to embrace their role in shaping change narratives. Kwame Akoto-Bamfo is a Ghanaian sculptor, educator, and activist renowned for his dedication to preserving African history and promoting restorative justice through art. He earned his Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) and Master of Fine Arts (MFA) in painting and sculpture from the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology.

His seminal work, the Nkyinkyim Installation, is an evolving art project comprising over 1,500 portraits of Africans in the diaspora. This installation pays homage to the victims of the Transatlantic slave trade and is prominently featured at the National Memorial for Peace and Justice in Montgomery, Alabama.

In 2017, Akoto-Bamfo gained international attention with his "Faux-Reedom" exhibition, which featured 1,200 sculpted heads representing Ghana's enslaved ancestors. This powerful display questioned Ghana's independence and highlighted neo-colonial legacies.

Beyond his installations, Akoto-Bamfo actively participates in public speaking, research, and lectures, focusing on archiving and promoting African history and cultural heritage. His work has been featured in various documentaries and miniseries, including "Enslaved" (2020) and "The Art of Healing" (2022).

His contributions to art and activism have earned him several accolades, such as the GUBA Influential Artist of the Year in 2019 and the inaugural Kuenyehia Prize for Contemporary Art.

Through his art, Kwame Akoto-Bamfo continues challenging historical narratives, fostering healing, and inspiring restorative justice across the African diaspora. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at
https://www.ted.com/tedx

Abibitumi 'Black Power' Conference & the Abibifahodie ‘Black Liberation’ Festival 2025
Abibitumi 'Black Power' Conference & the Abibifahodie ‘Black Liberation’ Festival 2025 Ọbádélé Kambon 67 Views • 1 year ago

Don't miss out! Register for all events at https://www.abibitumi.comAbibitumi Black Power Conference & Abibifahodie Festival 2025 — “What Black Power Is: Demonstration Over Conversation”Be about what you say you’re about. Join a worldwide family of Kmtyw ‘Black People’ demonstrating Abibitumi ‘Black Power’ in action—on screen, online, and on the ground in Ghana.DatesFilm Festival (in partnership with UNIMAC/NAFTI & African World Documentary Film Festival): Nov 28–30, 2025Virtual Conference: Dec 5–7, 2025Hybrid/In-Person Conference (Ghana): Dec 12–14, 2025What to ExpectAbibifahodie ‘Black Liberation’ Film Festival: Premieres, panels, and the winning feature screening the following weekend.Conference Tracks (Virtual & In-Person): Keynotes, presentations, and roundtables centered on demonstration over conversation.Cultural Highlights: Opening ceremony, live music & spoken word, fashion show, vendors, art exhibition & auction.Community & Youth: Children’s Village (painting, robotics, arts & crafts), school showcases, essay contest.Naming Ceremony: Receive your indigenous name in a powerful rite of return.Sankɔfa Journey: Be part of the 27th annual return—walk the land, build with family, and take concrete steps toward repatriation. https://www.sankofajourney.comMedia & Partnerships: National coverage, university collaborators, and cinema partners in Accra for festival screenings.Why This MattersThis is not talk. It’s coordinated action: building institutions, honoring our ancestors, investing in land and skills, and organizing across borders—together.Register / Submit / Get Tickets Don't miss out! Register for all events at https://www.abibitumi.comCommunity hub & updates: https://www.abibitumi.comFilm Festival info & submissions: https://filmfestival.abibifahodie.orgTickets: https://www.eventbrite.com and https://ayatickets.com(Search “Abibitumi Black Power Conference & Abibifahodie Festival 2025” to select your pass: film festival, virtual, hybrid/in-person, vendor, performer, or presenter.)Location (In-Person)Abibitumi Headquarters, Akuapem Mampɔn, Eastern Region, Ghana.Bring Your ContributionPresenters, vendors, filmmakers, performers, and volunteers are welcome. Come ready to build: art, education, health, culture, land, technology, and enterprise.Share & Stay ConnectedSpread the word to family, groups, and organizations. Invite your UNIA divisions, study circles, and community schools.Register now, then tell 5 more people to come with you.Abibitumi—We demonstrate.Don't miss out! Register for all events at https://www.abibitumi.com#Hashtags#Abibitumi #abibifahodie #blackpower #decadeofourrepatriation #Sankɔfa #ghana #filmfestival #conference #repatriation #buildblackspaces

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