BY CHARLES CHOL
It has been decades since the African continent won its independence from colonial rule. But despite the sacrifices made by our ancestors, many African countries are still struggling to break free from the shackles of poverty, inequality, and corruption.
The colonialists came to Africa in search of our natural resources and to enslave our people. They left behind a legacy of underdevelopment and division.
After independence, our leaders promised us a better future. They promised us democracy, development, and prosperity. But instead, many of them have become dictators who have enriched themselves at the expense of their people.
Today, millions of Africans are living in poverty. They are struggling to put food on the table and to send their children to school. Many Africans are also dying from preventable diseases.
Our leaders have failed us. They have failed to deliver on their promises. They have failed to create a better future for our continent.
But we cannot give up hope. We must continue to fight for the Africa we deserve. We must elect leaders who are committed to serving the people, not themselves.
We must also work together to build a more united and prosperous Africa. We must trade with each other and invest in our economies. We must also work together to solve our common problems, such as climate change and insecurity.
Only then can we truly break free from the shackles of the past and create a better future for our continent.