“A Way of Listening”: Knowledge-Keeper Petna Ndaliko Katondolo Talks About Documentary’s Capacity to Rethink Community
This article features an interview with Petna Ndaliko Katondolo, a Yira knowledge-keeper and keynote speaker, who discusses ancestral ecology storytelling and the role of documentary in rethinking community. He founded Yole!Africa, an arts and community space in Congo, which promotes ancestral regeneration and community transformation through art, even amidst conflict.
Why it matters
Katondolo's work highlights the power of indigenous knowledge and art in fostering community resilience and transformation, particularly in regions affected by conflict and displacement. His approach offers a unique perspective on cultural preservation and social change.
Petna Ndaliko Katondolo. All images courtesy of Alkebu Film Productions, unless otherwise noted
The article is an interview/feature piece focusing on an individual's work and philosophy, presented in an informative and appreciative manner without taking a political stance.
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