Platform for Public Deliberation Has Taken Another Form

With the departure of Professor Xolela Mangcu from South Africa's public intellectual space, now based at Georgetown University in the US, a significant void has been left—one both profound and deeply felt. The Braai and Brains movement, anchored by the Hellenistic Spirit of South Africa Educational Program, seeks to fill that void by reigniting robust public discourse. Professor Mangcu had conceptualized the Platform for Public Deliberation and served as its Executive Chairman. Though originally based at Wits University, the Platform extended its reach, establishing branches at the University of Johannesburg, University of Cape Town, University of Limpopo, and Nelson Mandela University, fostering critical thought and dialogue across the country.

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Braai and Brains Magazine follows in the footsteps of several renowned publications that have made a significant impact by fostering intellectual engagement, cultural exploration, and in-depth public discourse.

Over long years of hard study and research and talking with people on the ground we have developed this Educational Program called the Hellenistic Spirit of South Africa. It comprises, audiobook, almanac and ebook. Please support our movement by buying the program...

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