Former South African President Jacob Zuma has called on African citizens to take a more proactive stance in holding their leaders accountable and demanding better governance.
Zuma expressed concern over the lack of public outrage regarding poor governance in many African countries. He pointed out the growing silence of both leaders and citizens when it comes to addressing issues that hinder the continent’s progress.
Zuma reflected on a time when both African citizens and leaders were more vocal and quick to act in response to governance failures.
He noted that, in the past, swift actions were often taken to address concerns, but now, leaders seem more reluctant and quiet, even when things are going wrong.
“I think if you look at Africa today, there are issues that make you wonder why they are happening and why we no longer seem to be as vocal. Even now, certain things are happening across the continent, but there is less outcry than there used to be,” Zuma said. “In the past, leaders would have been moved quickly, but today they remain silent. That shows the standard is no longer the same.”
He urged Africans to revive their commitment to speaking out against injustice and to demand accountability from their leaders, stressing that this is crucial for the continent’s development and future prosperity.
