Participatory govt needed

Sir,

I just wish to share my profound sentiments with the rest of concerned citizens concerning the state of affairs in this country. Much has been said by many opinionated emaSwati about how the economy collapsed, and how as a nation we are deprived of the opportunity to craft our own destiny. I am an enabled youth of this country with no political inclination.

So where did it go wrong? During the transitional period the Tinkhundla System and its successive governments started looting the economy. Nepotism and anarchy became the major ingredients for corruption. There was then a new meaning to being a liSwati.

Culture

Culture and governance were mistaken to mean one and the same thing. The system systematically sidelined any candidate who did not show great support for cultural activities.

A lot of emaSwati have since joined the bandwagon of looting government because the same government does not deliver to the masses. There’s a braindrain as many emaSwati are leaving the including minerals and land must be used by government to stimulate growth. We need to invest in education. The fact that the current government’s spending is gravitated towards the armed forces is a clear indication that this nation is sick. We will perish if we continue along this path.

Stop sideling the youth in national affairs. After all, the youth is the next generation. Government must be surrounded by youthful ideas, not just those ancient ones from grey-haired men. Invite real investment into the country. The Asians have done no more than loot our economy! If we had a government, it would have protected this sector for the locals. Government must prioritise national projects. Over the years we have witnessed a growing gap between the rich and poor and this must stop.