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JenniferC111
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JenniferC111
UGANDA
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This is an excellent article written by a Ugandan citizen analysing the systemic rot in all African nations with Uganda as a case study.
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The biggest problem of Ugandans or Africans in general is this illusionary belief that they could change their countries by voting a different person into power. It is this belief that all problems of a country start and stop with the President. That if you could just have the right man in power, then all of a sudden, Africa would transform. This is what they call chasing a mirage, imagining some utopia. Unfortunately utopias are never realized in life.
The actual problem of Africa is not the presidents. From where do these presidents come? From within. The problem of Africa, the problem of Uganda is its citizens, their shared values and mentalities. The day Africans wakeup, and stop looking for an external enemy and realize that they themselves are Africa's problem is the day we shall get closer to finding an African solution.
I have often told friends that I am happiest whenever the MPs draw bigger salaries every financial year. As Ugandans we lambast our representatives in public for drawing these salaries. In private, we drain our MPs. We invite them for funerals, for introduction ceremonies and expect them to contribute out of pocket to save us. A Ugandan MP attends no less than 10 functions in a week on average. They are expected to find jobs for their people. They must contribute towards the least of needs. These big salaries they draw, they all go straight to the people they represent. Yet it seems some of us live in an illusion called Uganda. We expect our MPs to act as MPs in UK except that in our case, we also expect to play donor to their people's needs.
We decry the corruption in the country yet we bribe to get our children in the best schools. We bribe our way out of police tickets. We have no respect for traffic rules. We are every evil we see in the president and his team.
Every ill you can diagnose in Museveni and his government, you will find twice or thrice the magnitude in a Ugandan citizen.
We complain of government incompetence, yet go ahead to champion incompetence in every aspect of our lives where government has no control. Our carpenters produce substandard furniture.
I often ask myself; if the public sector is too incompetent, how come the private sector has not been any better? How come you are more bound to have a misdiagnosis in a private hospital than in a public hospital?
Daily Monitor, Observer, Red Pepper, New Vision write stories everyday that highlight government incompetence. Yet, there will never be a single day where you will pick up a Ugandan newspaper and fail to find an error on every page.
Perhaps one day as Ugandans we ought to self reflect, and look within and realize, that we are demons we are trying to fight. If Museveni and his government were the only incompetent people and everyone else was competent, then Uganda would be a scandinavian country of sorts. Why don't we have world class restaurants in the country? Why is it that customer care sucks in private institutions just as it does in public institutions?
Every Ugandan I meet complains of the system, of the incompetence. Then I ask myself; "you dear Ugandan, where can I find examples of your excellent output?"
The same people who complain of poor working conditions run slavery rings in their own homes. The day maids of this country decide to speak out, we shall be shocked at the evil we sustained in our homes.
I now suspect that our anger, our rants, our complaints about the system are all because this system is a daily reminder of our own incompetences, our own weaknesses as a people. What this government has done is hold a mirror up to the Ugandan society and we are not happy about our own reflection.
Today I read a sad story. That there are about 20,000 Asians in Uganda, less than 0.5% of the Ugandan Population. And that these pay 64% of our tax revenues. To put it simply, even the taxes we complain that government mishandles, more than half of them are paid by non-Ugandans. In other words, we don't even have a right to complain.
That should signify an innate Ugandan problem. There is something deeply wrong around how the Ugandan and African societies are constructed. Ugandan Citizens promise so much and deliver so little. Our shared beliefs, mindsets and values have been constructed in such a way that regardless of the president in power, we shall always produce substandard results. It is no wonder that all over Africa, we complain of the same problems. Littered cities, corruption, failed government institutions, name it all. You could fly from Uganda to Malawi to Ghana to Zambia and not notice a difference. Because? It is not a problem of presidents. It is a problem of the African citizens. But they are too scared of self-criticism, they have dabbled in escapism and found scapegoats in their leaders.
As Plato wrote in the Republic; "like man, like state." We can't expect to have better leaders until we have better people. You can't create great companies without great employees. It doesn't matter how great the CEO is, if she has crap employees, she will have a crap company. That is the case of Uganda and other African countries!
Animma
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Animma
The Safe City You Can Go To
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Safed is one of the four holy cities and is considered the capital of the Upper Galilee. On the summit of Mount Canaan and the forum of Mount Safed, the city of Safed is located at an altitude of about 850 to 900 meters above sea level.
The city of Safed has a significant history and is of great importance to the Jewish people as a religious center and pilgrimage center. Add to that the stunning view from it – to the Sea of ​​Galilee and the combination of well-preserved historic buildings alongside modern construction, naturally Safed becomes a fascinating tourist site!
Entrance to the grave of Rabbi Shimon-bar Yochai in Mount Meron near the northern Israeli city of Safed.
jewish cemetery, Safed, Upper Galilee, IsraelThe alleys of the Old City of Safed
Safed is a picturesque city with a unique charm. A walking tour of the old town’s alleys will make you fall in love with the city and its unique atmosphere.
The alleys of the Old City have a mystic aroma, and their history – it is all Israel, as well as their spirituality and symbolism – they are all the Jewish people. You will find art galleries, impressive synagogues, small but essential museums, and various kosher flavors and delicacies in restaurants, treats, or even wineries in the alleys.
On Saturdays(Shabbat), it is enjoyable to wander the city’s quiet alleys, but keep in mind that the shops are closed. On the other hand, in the middle of the week, the many shops and attractions in the city are lively, crowded and attract many tourists and visitors!
The ancient synagogues of Safed
The ancient synagogues are impressive in beauty, and behind every one of them – a fascinating story!
A visit to the ancient temples of Safed will provide great interest for everyone.
A visit to the ancient temples of Safed will provide great interest for everyone.
The Sephardic Ari Synagogue – considered the oldest synagogue in Safed. The temple is mentioned in Rabbi Moshe Basula’s book from 1522. The synagogue was damaged by the great earthquake in Safed in 1837 but was impressively restored by philanthropist Yitzhak Guetta.
The Ashkenazi Ari Synagogue – was established in the 16th century by immigrants from Spain, but was used by the Ashkenazi community after the Hasidic aliyah.
The Rabbi Yosef Caro Synagogue – a synagogue from the 16th century, was the best midrash of Rabbi Yosef Caro – one of the greatest arbitrators, author of ‘Shulchan Aruch,’ ‘Silver Mishnah,’ ‘Beit Yosef’ and more.
In the heart of the Old City in an impressive 16th-century building – the Abohav Synagogue. In the synagogue, on a wall facing Jerusalem – three arks. In the right closet, one of the oldest Torah scrolls in the city, according to tradition, was written by Rabbi Yitzchak Abohav.
Another synagogue in the Old City’s heart – the Alsheikh Synagogue, where, according to tradition, the “Holy Alsheikh†Rabbi Moshe Alsheikh, prayed. To this day, an ancient Torah crown with a sacred inscription from 1434 and many old Torah scrolls are well preserved in the Alsheikh Synagogue.
old stone houseArt in Safed – The Artists’ Campus
Many artists in several fields tell the story of Safed through art. The Artists’ Campus is located right in the heart of the Old City – and combines Judaism, culture, architecture, history, and the past, present, and future together. The great inspiration of the city brought to it many artists from the country and the world.
The Artists’ Campus is the place where they present their works, some of which you can also purchase, of course—paintings in various techniques, Judaica, glass art, jewelry, photographs, sculptures, and more.
Spectacular art is in its beauty and exciting; in essence, you will find it in abundance – and it will provide you with great pleasure while touring the Artists’ Campus in Safed.
The Artists’ Campus is the place where they present their works, some of which you can also purchase, of course—paintings in various techniques, Judaica, glass art, jewelry, photographs, sculptures, and more.
Spectacular art is in its beauty and exciting; in essence, you will find it in abundance – and it will provide you with great pleasure while touring the Artists’ Campus in Safed.
Safed is a city that inspires you
Whether you have chosen a tour of the Synagogues, a visit to the city’s museums or many galleries, or even if you have come for a holiday in one of the most luxurious hotels or visited the unique restaurants in the town, every trip will upgrade your experience.
Aerial view of Tsfat/Safed in Israel
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Akbon
"We Have Enough Armour, But They Asked Us Not To Go After Bandits" ~ Security Men Narrates Ordeal
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Currently, there is a trending video on social media where a group of security men who are fighting against bandits in the north alleged that some prominent personalities in Nigeria asked them not to fight against banditry again, and they should leave those people to do whatever they want. In the video, the security men claimed that if they want to destroy every terrorist disturbing the peace of the nation in a day, they can do that effectively because the president has provided them with everything they need, but some people who are also very influential has asked them not to kill any of the bandits.
The security men further accused the some top government officials of playing politics with Nigerian's lives because insecurity is no longer a major problem in Nigeria as they have everything it takes to crush them. What do you have to say about the security men's allegations that some top government officials are behind the reasons why bandits are still attacking innocent people in the north?
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