Hichilema must recognize that real change begins with integrity – something no constitution amendment can provide.
Lusaka, Mar. 11 – A true leader doesn’t fumble in the dark pretending to seek direction when the path is clear. Leadership isn’t about searching for excuses but about making bold, principled decisions. President Hichilema, however, seems intent on convincing Zambians that he needs a new constitution to understand his duty – a laughable claim when the socio-economic crisis we face is largely of his own making. A leader with integrity acknowledges his missteps and corrects them, rather than shifting blame onto systems he promised to fix.
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Hichilema’s governance has been marred by vengeance and despotism, a far cry from the unity and economic revival he once championed. The constitution is not a magical document that will suddenly teach him how to lead with fairness and competence. The truth is, integrity – not legal loopholes – is the missing ingredient. If he genuinely intended to deliver on his promises, he would focus on decisive, transparent governance rather than playing the victim of a system he now controls.
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Zambians deserve better than a leader who pretends to be lost while steering the country into deeper turmoil. Leadership demands honesty, courage, and a willingness to admit faults. Instead of manipulating the narrative, Hichilema must recognize that real change begins with integrity – something no constitutional amendment can provide.
About The Author: Mpandashalo Mwewa, currently the Chief Editor at Woodpecker’s Digest, formerly held the same role at Zambia Reports. Known for championing Pan-African education reforms with a focus on critical thinking, he employs journalism to instigate social transformation.
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