The three presidents have influenced history in a very big way despite human errors that may come in the way. They have all been icons for change in the way that general public perceive certain classes of people.
Over the centuries, some have been made to accept and beleave that "some animals are more equal than others" though they are all be animals. These three presidents have changed the the perception of many and I am hoping that the world is watching the trend.
Nelson Mandela became the first black president of South Africa following an unjust, unfair and inhuman treatment by the apartheid government of the day. It took more than 27 years for freedom to arise into South Africa when Nelson Mandela took office as president. It was more of the Africans who died during that time of war when it was legal to brutally kill a black person.
In the face of such treatment Nelson Mandela together with other revolutionaries like the late Steve Biko were determined to lead the fight for freedom and rights for every citizen of South Africa. As he lay on hospital bed I am certain that he can say the words of the Apostle Paul "I have fought the good fight". I wish him well and a quick recovery.
The major part of his life was spent in isolation, without interaction, no chatting, no access to anything deemed pleasure. It was during his time of strength that he was banished to Robbin Island without hope of escape. I admire his determination, commitment and sacrificial service to the nation and the world at large.
The irony of it all is that when he came out he declared reconciliation to the nation. He ruled only for five years and he handed over office to his successor then President Mbeki. This is proper leadership which not many are able to attempt. He has remained a model for global leadership. He deserves a medal.
President Barack Obama became the first black person to hold the office in the history of the United States of America. It has taken decades and perhaps centuries for most Americans to grasp this principle that every human being has got blood and its red despite the colour of the skin. He came as a surprise to many but today we celebrate together with the rest of the world that he has made history.
The challenge ahead is for every citizen to grasp this fact that everybody has potential to do exploits regardless of background or appearance. Reformation is needed in every area of governance so that our children will begin to respect each other no matter what they look like.
It is sad that there still some people who maintain prejudice and racial perception in their decisions. It is time that people begin to refocus and concentrate on issues that matter, issues of development, poverty, health and fair distribution of wealth.
1980 ushered in the first black president of Zimbabwe Robert Mugabe who came after more than a decade of bloodshed. It was great jubilation for Zimbabweans to see their own taking office as the liberation struggle came to an end. He also brought in the reconciliation concept which allowed the former colonists to retain residence side by side with the natives they once tried to annihilate.
Zimbabwe became one of the most productive in most areas that included agriculture, education, health, mining and tourism. Despite the negative experience that Zimbabwe went through I believe it is rising up to greater heights.
If only everyone would take on the determination that our leaders have displayed in the face of adversity.
Saturday 29 June 2013
Thursday 27 June 2013
PERSONAL FINANCIAL DEVELOPMENT
Financial development opportunities will continue to avail themselves but it is only those individuals willing to take risks who will experience real change in their financial world. While the world at large is going through financial down turn some individuals are making their fortunes as they read, interpret and take action accordingly.
Risk taking is one principle which most people have failed to master resulting in living an average life. I have observed that the few people that achieve more in life are those who take time to understand the spaces between poverty and wealth.
There are always little spaces between the two spheres but it is only those who are brave and strong enough to venture into the unknown.
Personal development is one way that will allow nations to move from poverty to wealth and abundance. However when personal development is motivated by selfishness and corruption then poverty continues to prevail because only a few people will rise higher than every one else. It becomes a "survival of the fittest" the law of the jungle, which has no intention on national development.
When everybody becomes committed to personal development, making use of every opportunity to investment and wealth creation we will begin to see change in lifestyle and approach to life. Instead of stealing and burglary people will become creative and constructive, inventive into new ideas for national development.
Unfortunately for the up coming or so called developing nations, it may take longer to realise this concept because of a few reasons. Dependency syndrome is a big factor that cripples personal development.
Handouts are never the best best for personal development and yet that is how most of the "third world" nations have been exposed to for a long time. It may take a while for most people to come out of this deficiency.
Corruption and selfishness is yet another hindrance to personal development because only a few become very rich at the expense of the majority. There is a lot of exploitation and unethical practises in this kind of behaviour.
In some parts of the people corruption has almost become the second nature to the society where no service is given unless it is unofficially paid for.
Nevertheless, it is very vital that everybody who is in right mind should seek for opportunities acceptable and lawful in order to pursue personal financial development. How can one seek the opportunities?
Risk taking is one principle which most people have failed to master resulting in living an average life. I have observed that the few people that achieve more in life are those who take time to understand the spaces between poverty and wealth.
There are always little spaces between the two spheres but it is only those who are brave and strong enough to venture into the unknown.
Personal development is one way that will allow nations to move from poverty to wealth and abundance. However when personal development is motivated by selfishness and corruption then poverty continues to prevail because only a few people will rise higher than every one else. It becomes a "survival of the fittest" the law of the jungle, which has no intention on national development.
When everybody becomes committed to personal development, making use of every opportunity to investment and wealth creation we will begin to see change in lifestyle and approach to life. Instead of stealing and burglary people will become creative and constructive, inventive into new ideas for national development.
Unfortunately for the up coming or so called developing nations, it may take longer to realise this concept because of a few reasons. Dependency syndrome is a big factor that cripples personal development.
Handouts are never the best best for personal development and yet that is how most of the "third world" nations have been exposed to for a long time. It may take a while for most people to come out of this deficiency.
Corruption and selfishness is yet another hindrance to personal development because only a few become very rich at the expense of the majority. There is a lot of exploitation and unethical practises in this kind of behaviour.
In some parts of the people corruption has almost become the second nature to the society where no service is given unless it is unofficially paid for.
Nevertheless, it is very vital that everybody who is in right mind should seek for opportunities acceptable and lawful in order to pursue personal financial development. How can one seek the opportunities?
Wednesday 26 June 2013
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HOW ZIMBABWE WILL REGAIN FAVOURABLE GLOBAL REPUTATION
It goes without question that almost everybody is watching to see how the up coming elections will be conducted. A lot of speculations have already been created in favour of one ideology against another.
The soon coming elections will set a high profile that will determine the support from around the world. This does not mean that Zimbabweans electorate should be biased by the world's mind set. Instead they should aim to satisfy their desired objective which is to set an example for the human race that democracy, though difficult, is attainable.
The announcement of the election dates by the Prsident of Zimbabwe has generated a lot of tention emanating from various schools of thought. Some say that's a unilateral decision which violates the Global agreemement signed by the members of the unity government. Still others say the president has got the right to make such decisions as head of state.
Some maintain that the demands for reform are not worhty listening because those reforms betray state security. There are others who say there is whether reforms are performed or not the results will still be the same because the people know who they want for leadership.
So elections will certainly make a huge impact on Zimbabwe's global reputation.
Economic growth is another factor that will lift up the global acceptance of Zimbabwe. Since the local currency was abondoned the economy has had a huge and significant growth. Just recently the IMF indicated its consideration on increasing its support to Zimbabwe which I think is a positive indication to its economic development.
When the economy is revived, unemployment rate decreases, better jobs are created and better services are provided for the general public. When the economy is stable and effectively providing for its citizens then most other areas are boosted to satisfactory levels.
Basic needs will become affordable, like food, shelter, water, clothing and safety with security. Today I believe there many people who feel unsafe in their own homes because the economy if not stable which triggers hooliganism, bribery, injustice and sectarianism on the lines of political parties or place of origin.
Above all I think the moral and ethical affiliation of individuals will most certainly contribute to the global reputation of Zimbabwe. When people begin to consider good morals based on ethics I am sure everybody will develop a better approach to how we treat each other.
It is true that people will have their political affiliation to particular leadership but they will always respect another's opinion and choice as long as it aligns with the acceptable morals and ethics.
The soon coming elections will set a high profile that will determine the support from around the world. This does not mean that Zimbabweans electorate should be biased by the world's mind set. Instead they should aim to satisfy their desired objective which is to set an example for the human race that democracy, though difficult, is attainable.
The announcement of the election dates by the Prsident of Zimbabwe has generated a lot of tention emanating from various schools of thought. Some say that's a unilateral decision which violates the Global agreemement signed by the members of the unity government. Still others say the president has got the right to make such decisions as head of state.
Some maintain that the demands for reform are not worhty listening because those reforms betray state security. There are others who say there is whether reforms are performed or not the results will still be the same because the people know who they want for leadership.
So elections will certainly make a huge impact on Zimbabwe's global reputation.
Economic growth is another factor that will lift up the global acceptance of Zimbabwe. Since the local currency was abondoned the economy has had a huge and significant growth. Just recently the IMF indicated its consideration on increasing its support to Zimbabwe which I think is a positive indication to its economic development.
When the economy is revived, unemployment rate decreases, better jobs are created and better services are provided for the general public. When the economy is stable and effectively providing for its citizens then most other areas are boosted to satisfactory levels.
Basic needs will become affordable, like food, shelter, water, clothing and safety with security. Today I believe there many people who feel unsafe in their own homes because the economy if not stable which triggers hooliganism, bribery, injustice and sectarianism on the lines of political parties or place of origin.
Above all I think the moral and ethical affiliation of individuals will most certainly contribute to the global reputation of Zimbabwe. When people begin to consider good morals based on ethics I am sure everybody will develop a better approach to how we treat each other.
It is true that people will have their political affiliation to particular leadership but they will always respect another's opinion and choice as long as it aligns with the acceptable morals and ethics.
Sunday 23 June 2013
REMEMBER THE LESS PREVILEDGED
Every nation has a share of the less previledged though some countries has more of them than other countries. This variation is just about the geographical position of the country but a number of other factors contribute to this phenomenon.
The historical background of the nation has contributed to some degree on the extent of poverty and fair share of wealth. The longer a nation remained under dictatorship the more people become less disavantaged.
Dictatorship may come in the form of colonialism by a far country of brainwashing by their own kinsman.
A society where the rule of law is favourable to a particular group of people it is imperative that a divide becomes evident in terms of the rich and the poor. This has nothing to do with race, colour of skin ethinicity etc.
A nation that has a significant number of law makers who express selfish ambition, developing their own empires will having nothing but more destitutes, the hungry and "the have nots". All they are concerned with is increse their fame and kingdom.
Institutionalised discrimination is an ever growing disease which will devour many but without any to consider putting things right. When it becomes "right and legal" to disadvantage other people then it will also take time and extra effort to reverse that culture.
Refugee camps in almost every country have been established in most instances as a result of unnecessary selfishness by the minority who think that everybody should lose all they have while the few individuals gain everything.
I am aware that there are still genuine causes for revolt consequently resulting in displacement of people.
Orphans and destitutes are on the increase on every corner and yet the world thinks it is developing and becoming a better to live in. Surely something has to be done if every will at some point have a fair amount of opportunity for a life worth living.
Of course pandemic diseases like AIDS and HIV have also made a very huge blow to the society. This has left young people without anyone to help them but to scounge for survival.
Unless people come together and combine their efforts to combat the pandemic spread then we will continue to see more orphans on our streets let alone in our homes.
There is need for a change of culture in our thinking, behaviour and interaction which will lead to the distribution of wealth in a fair and aminable manner. A lot of activity is going on around the world to address these issues but more can be done.
The historical background of the nation has contributed to some degree on the extent of poverty and fair share of wealth. The longer a nation remained under dictatorship the more people become less disavantaged.
Dictatorship may come in the form of colonialism by a far country of brainwashing by their own kinsman.
A society where the rule of law is favourable to a particular group of people it is imperative that a divide becomes evident in terms of the rich and the poor. This has nothing to do with race, colour of skin ethinicity etc.
A nation that has a significant number of law makers who express selfish ambition, developing their own empires will having nothing but more destitutes, the hungry and "the have nots". All they are concerned with is increse their fame and kingdom.
Institutionalised discrimination is an ever growing disease which will devour many but without any to consider putting things right. When it becomes "right and legal" to disadvantage other people then it will also take time and extra effort to reverse that culture.
Refugee camps in almost every country have been established in most instances as a result of unnecessary selfishness by the minority who think that everybody should lose all they have while the few individuals gain everything.
I am aware that there are still genuine causes for revolt consequently resulting in displacement of people.
Orphans and destitutes are on the increase on every corner and yet the world thinks it is developing and becoming a better to live in. Surely something has to be done if every will at some point have a fair amount of opportunity for a life worth living.
Of course pandemic diseases like AIDS and HIV have also made a very huge blow to the society. This has left young people without anyone to help them but to scounge for survival.
Unless people come together and combine their efforts to combat the pandemic spread then we will continue to see more orphans on our streets let alone in our homes.
There is need for a change of culture in our thinking, behaviour and interaction which will lead to the distribution of wealth in a fair and aminable manner. A lot of activity is going on around the world to address these issues but more can be done.
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