Government compiling Civil Servants names for dismissal over Mundubile celebrations - MWALITETA
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The video transcript addresses the government's firm stance on dismissing civil servants who oppose the administration or engage in activities contrary to state interests, specifically referencing the controversy surrounding Mundubile celebrations. The speaker emphasizes that loyalty to the government is a prerequisite for public service, arguing that it is impossible to serve two masters simultaneously. In this context, any civil servant who does not align with the current leadership, particularly President Hakainde Hichilema, is viewed as an obstacle to national progress and is expected to either resign or leave their position immediately.
The speaker goes further to criticize certain civil servants, describing them as a curse to the country due to their persistent opposition to government efforts, which has allegedly hindered development over time. The core argument presented is that public institutions cannot function effectively when employees actively frustrate governmental policies or campaign against the president in their personal capacity. The transcript asserts that if an individual believes in a different political system or leader, they should wait for that future government rather than undermining the current one while holding a state position.
Looking ahead to the next five years, the speaker warns that this period will be challenging for those who refuse to change their mindset and align with the administration. The message is delivered without shame or threat, framing these statements as factual observations about the necessity of unity within the civil service. The conclusion drawn is that there can be no guarantee of continued employment for officials who continue to condemn the president or work against his agenda, as such actions are seen as incompatible with the role of a public servant in Zambia.
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Come on. Come on.
There's no
You can work for a guidance government
if you don't want a guidance himself.
There's no way.
There's no way you are going to be a
police officer in Kafue when you are
against government.
There's no way.
There's no way you can serve two
masters.
You can only serve one master at a go.
So, now the master you do not like is
the president. You have to resign or you
have to go.
We cannot have civil servants
who are going to frustrate the efforts
of government.
In fact,
at times I feel like some civil servants
is a cursing to this country.
This country has never developed because
of certain civil servants who always
wants to be the opposite of government.
Today, I want to tell you
this 5 years it will be difficult for
you.
This 5 years it will be difficult for
you.
I don't want to hide.
I want to say the truth.
Nothing but the truth.
Since you believe in another government,
you should wait for that government, not
this one.
Five years.
Five years we've given you to change
your thought to change. Five years.
Then what guarantee do we have that you
are going to change this next five
years?
I'm saying this without shame.
And I'm not threatening anyone. I'm just
stating the facts.
That you civil servant
who feels you do not want to work with
this President Hakainde Hichilema
President Hakainde Hichilema
If President Hichilema is doing that,
who are you the cringe to condemn a
president like that one and you even go
and campaign against him?