For a good insight into the problems of the African continent, look no further than the few short paragraphs above. Both Mr. Banda (age 72) and Mr. Mugabe (age 85) were freedom fighters in their respective countries. That was decades ago, although you wouldn't know it from Mr. Banda's words. But the most chilling part for Zambia and Zambians is Mr. Banda's descriptions of Mr. Mugabe as a "role model" and a "selfless leader". I wish I could truthfully say that these words were little more than diplomatic hyperbole, but I can't. That's what makes them so chilling--and baffling.Mugabe, African role model - Rupiah
By NDUBI MVULA and WALLEN SIMWAKAThe ceremony, which is a commemoration of the Toka Leya people’s history, ended in song and dance.
Wednesday, July 08, 2009
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This from the stated-owned Zambia Daily Mail of 8 July 2009:
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