Critical theory in a decolonial age

This article considers the critical theory of Frankfurt School in context decolonisation and asks whether it can have continuing relevance given its foundations white, western traditions which bear hallmarks colonialism. Despite theory, particularly early radical figurations, situating itself as an alternative to traditional philosophy undoubtedly shares some myopic Eurocentric traits this tradition. Mindful not wishing perpetuate colonial impulses appropriate Indigenous philosophies, harnesses twin ideas a decolonial conversation interacting third space, both foreground historical power imbalances injustices. Only on that basis genuine engagement occur between thought. My aim, scholar, is explore age. By highlighting intersections, while acknowledging crucial differences, philosophies I seek show play role how scholars respond embrace necessary compelling movement decolonialisation, but only first by their own shortcomings, relation race, racism