My dear brothers and sisters,
I have been a silent reader and follower of this forum for a long, long time. I
had just enrolled as some negative comments made their way on this forum, that
consequently send some discouraging waves through me. And I believe many people
felt the same. Bravo to those who withstood the temptation of deregistering
themselves, as a couple of people threatened to do so.
I would like to break my silence, by giving thanks to our God for guiding and
continues to guide this forum through challenging times, and individuals with
expertise for not giving up on West Nileaffairs.
I want to start with the ongoing discussions regarding the upcoming elections,
and what the politicians campaigning for positions in parliament stand for.
1) I totally agree with all the concerns that the members have raised, that
need
to be addressed by the politicians:
Socio/Cultural & Economic Development, Education, Roads & transportation,
Electricity Supply, Deforestation, Public Health and health education, Water
Supply and Sanitation, Poverty, Hunger & starvation, environmental protection,
Youth and Substance abuse, Public University, Unemployment & Job Creation,
Promoting West Nile Cultures, Elections & Voter education, etc, etc.
Indeed, it is important for the politicians to break down what they are
promising (as alluded by many members), not only in a doable manner, but also
in
an understandable terminology to our grassroots – not saying what they think
people want to hear, but what the people deserve as citizens in WN region.
All the items mentioned above need serious consideration and urgent action, but
energy (in my opinion) is priority number one. Development in all areas of
concern can be tackled with ease IF there is sustainable electricity supply
around the clock in the region. Almost all sectors depend on energy of some
sort.
2) I would like to commend the professionals on this forum, who have
offered their various expertise into the process of achieving our goals -
especially those who are executing matters on the ground. My special
recognition
goes to Christine Munduru for the brilliant Health Café idea, to educate the
public about health matters, in an individual initiative. I want to learn more
about it.
3) The debate sessions for politicians to avail themselves in “spelling
out” their manifestos to the people, is a wonderful idea and hope that this
will
happen.
I just want say, I am glad this forum is constructively moving forward for the
betterment of our people, and I hope for once, the politicians will see through
the eyes of the people.
Lina
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