Poverty and disease in our society are some of the most disturbing realities we have come to live with. However, for the most part, the problems of poverty and disease are simply a reflection of whether we have abilities to use our resources efficiently for the benefit of all concerned. When the leadership of a society is submerged in egocentric thinking, resources tend to be wasted and may never see their intended usage. The principles of democracy, indeed show better theoretical arguments when compared to all other forms of social order, however to burden an ignorant man by having him make a decision he is ignorant about is to deny him leadership. It therefore follows that in Africa, bare-boned democracy may not be the solution to every other problem we have. Yes democracy MUST be found in African institutions, however if it is not guarded this "democracy" may turn to be a vehicle for tyranny. Therefore, democracy needs to be guarded from abuse as much as it needs to be guided in order for it to be relevant and useful in our society. I here contend that at the core of a leadership must be LOVE before all else. Love must be the fundamental value that drives our institutions for the betterment of our society. The problem is that Love is not a quantifiable attribute hence it is difficult to establish the amount of it in any leader. This fact brings us to a realisation that not matter what method is used to order a society, man can always find methods to abuse the trust given unto him.

The Mthwakazi Question is a classic case of democracy in Africa, where democracy is typically the tyranny of a majority. This approach to democracy has produced undesirable results across the African continent, with minority groups enduring domination by the a majority group. Across the African content, minority groups are found struggling and resorting to desperate methods in an effort to make their points heard, and perhaps seek some level of dominion on their matters. In cases like South Sudan, complete independence was eventually achieved. In-spite of these achievements, the challenges of corruption, poverty, and disease continue to ravage these societies. It goes on to show that it is not the continued break down of Africa into Village-States that would bring about the desired results, rather it is a question of the principles held in esteem by the leadership.

Mthwakazi is no exception to these challenges. If Mthwakazi leadership teaches hatred among peoples as a method to seek self dominion, then Mthwakazi will be faced by the same problems, when a new dominant group rises to impose tyrannical administration over minorities. However, if the Mthwakazi leadership approaches this question with love, tolerance and wisdom, then Mthwakazi shall become the citadel of African civility. The Mthwakazi question therefore must be approached cautiously, inclusively, and peacefully in order that it becomes an example of civility in Africa.

The barrel of a gun is indiscriminant and it must be observed as the enemy to all, in this modern world. This does not mean that nations must not have defence mechanisms, rather the defence mechanisms need to be cautiously weld and maintained. The old adage was right in its time that "a nation is forged by iron and blood". Now I propose a new adage, if that ever makes any sense, that "a nation is forged by love, tolerance, and economic prosperity". Without having to narrate examples here, the logic of this adage is that in a civilised society men are swayed by logical reasoning, not by intimidation.