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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?