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My Advice to African Presidents-The Friday Shaker

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  Africans are known for their peaceful and humane nature, which is why Malawi is often referred to as "the warm heart of Africa" due to its warm welcome to visitors. Africans have a strong culture of respecting others, and this is reflected in the concept of 'Ubuntu,' which emphasizes the importance of acting in a humane and considerate manner towards others. This traditional African concept holds significant value for African presidents, as embracing it could contribute to the development of our continent. Leadership should be seen as a loving relationship with our followers, guided by the Ubuntu spirit. An individual with the Ubuntu spirit is open and available to others, feeling a sense of humiliation when witnessing the torture and oppression of fellow human beings, as discussed by Desmond Tutu in 1999. Africans expect their leaders to be open-minded and tolerant of different viewpoints within society, while also respecting the rights and freedoms of the people