My Zambian Pledge
For years I complained about the failure of Zambians to produce prosperity in the face of abundant natural wealth. I complained about Zambians’ failure to manage the economy prudently even with multitude of university graduates. I complained about politicians, corruption and about everything there was to complain about my country Zambia. But then it dawned on me that the people I expected to improve and take care of my country might actually not be as smart, visionary, committed nor as hard working as I expected them to be. It suddenly hit me that actually I was in every sense as much Zambian as the people I had been expecting to improve my country. I realized that in fact I am Zambia and that the destiny of my nation is very much in my hands. I realized that the success or failure of my nation depends on my level of involvement and contribution or lack thereof. With this realization I pledged never ever to complain about my country. I resolved to contribute and do everything humanly and supernaturally possible to see my country prosper. I am Zambia and ‘ It is now time for Zambia to Prosper!’
-Mauden Shula