The political struggle of South Africa is a one amazing journey. I am forever indebted to the world of work for taking me to constitution hill. There are many journeys in my life but I believe the constitution hill "walk" was a distinct one. Like Islamic religion would say 'it is a spiritual imperative that all muslims at least once in their lifetime to take a journey to Mecca". I believe it is an obligation as well to all South Africans old and young, at least once in their lives, to take a journey to constitution hill. The place gave me mix feelings, that of joy that the country had indeed changed for the better and that of hatred a discovery of how many of our people were humiliated by apartheid. After a long walk in the Constitution Hill you finally find peace within yourself knowing your responsibility to the human race, you get to know what you as an individual can do and not do to other fellow human beings. It is a fulfilling experience.
However as a critic I believe constitution hill will cause a dependency syndrome among South Africans. Many South Africans will find it difficult not to vote the ANC in any elections after taking a walk at this hill. Considering the fact that the government has made it part of educational curriculum for school children to visit the hill, I would wait with great anticipation to see who will oust the ANC from power in the future elections.
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