M.anifest Says Local Identity Should Not Shrink in Foreign Spaces
A conversation about identity has been reignited online, and M.anifest is at the center of it.
The rapper used his Facebook page to reflect on how some Ghanaians alter their accents when they travel or find themselves in foreign spaces.
He suggested that the shift is often less about adaptability and more about a subtle search for approval.
Rather than framing it as harmless adjustment, M.anifest described it as a shrinking of identity.
In his view, confidence in one’s culture should not disappear depending on the room one walks into.
He further noted that calls for cultural self-belief are sometimes met with resistance, especially from those who feel challenged by the message.
The post quickly divided opinion, with some applauding his stance and others defending accent shifts as a natural part of navigating global environments.
