To:
President John Dramani Mahama,
Office of the President of Ghana,
FLAGSTAFF HOUSE,
Accra.

President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah,
Office of The President of Namibia,
State House, Laurent Desire, Kabila St, Auasblick
City,
Private Bag 13339, Windhoek,
Namibia.

Cc:
Hon. Maureen Hinda-Mbuende,
Director,
Pan AfriKan Centre of Namibia – PACON,
No.14, Mandume Ndemufayo Street, Katutura,
Windhoek,
Namibia.

Date: 3rd April, 2025.

Warm Comradely Salutations, Your Excellencies!

The persistent realities of deep poverty and economic disparity—reflected in “sadness indexes”—must be reversed through the effective functioning of state institutions, anchored in good governance under your stewardship.

Political independence should not only signify freedom from colonial rule but also serve as a gateway to economic emancipation and social justice.

True independence entails a gradual eradication of poverty, hunger, disease, and suffering, laying the foundation for sustainable prosperity and well-being.

Political independence must be synonymous with the elimination of corruption, misgovernance, and the plundering of national resources.

It must correct the structural inequalities of colonialism and establish a path toward genuine hope, development, and a measurable rise in happiness indexes across African societies.

However, the remnants of colonial influence persist through neocolonial agents who operate within sovereign state institutions, often serving external interests at the expense of national development.

Government structures exist to implement policies that drive national transformation.

These institutions, as extensions of the sovereign will, must be guided by patriotism, dedication, and an unwavering commitment to national progress.

State institutions, led by capable citizens, must function as catalysts for economic transformation, moving nations from undesirable economic stagnation to dynamic growth, ensuring the well-being of the people.

The colonial legacy remains evident in weak state institutions that fail to serve their citizens, often facilitating the extraction of national wealth for neocolonial economic centers.

The continued export of raw materials to former colonial powers, without robust local industrialization and value addition, perpetuates economic dependence and stagnation.

Without stringent regulatory oversight, these raw exports fuel the prosperity of foreign economies while leaving African nations struggling with underdevelopment.

Institutions such as the Commonwealth, the United Nations, and global financial systems seldom prioritize the interests of formerly colonized nations, maintaining an economic imbalance that disadvantages Africa.

The True Meaning of Sovereign Independence
Sovereignty must translate into the ownership, control, and innovative use of national resources for the benefit of African citizens.

The natural wealth of the continent must be held in trust by state institutions, managed under the vigilant supervision of elected governments, and leveraged to uplift the masses.

Governments derive their legitimacy from the trust and mandate of the people.

State institutions must therefore function in alignment with this trust, delivering tangible improvements in economic conditions.

Any deviation from this mission reflects a neocolonial governance model, mirroring the exploitative structures of the past.

The distinction between colonial governance and independent administration must be visible.

Appointed officials must embody the principles of independence by implementing policies that foster economic self-sufficiency, infrastructure development, and overall national well-being.

A truly independent state must ensure:
✓ Employment creation and entrepreneurial opportunities.
✓ Well-equipped hospitals and accessible healthcare.
✓ Quality education systems.
✓ Comprehensive social security structures.
✓ Political stability and national security.
✓ Affordable and efficient transportation networks.
✓ A thriving arts, culture, and leisure industry.

Case Studies:
Ghana (The Gold Coast) & Namibia (The Diamond Coast)-
In Ghana, the National Democratic Congress’ Operations Recover All Loot (ORAL) initiative—aimed at reclaiming nearly $22 billion in lost national assets—is a commendable effort.

Combined with internal revenue generation and reduced reliance on foreign financial institutions, this approach could propel Ghana towards economic self-sufficiency and improved living standards.

Namibia, with a population of fewer than 3.5 million people and vast reserves of agricultural land, diamonds, lithium, gold, copper, and manganese, has the potential to eradicate poverty entirely.

The patriotic and corruption-free governance emphasized by the Namibian leadership is crucial in this regard.

An equitable distribution of national wealth should ensure that every Namibian citizen has access to housing, transportation, healthcare, and education, ultimately contributing to a higher happiness index.

Additionally, Namibia’s leadership—headed by a historic female President and Vice President—has an opportunity to implement policies that prioritize national identity and socio-economic equity.

Strategic Recommendations-

1. Appointment Reviews: State institution leadership should undergo mid-year performance assessments, to ensure they align with national transformation goals.
2. Asset Declaration Transparency:
   Public disclosure of assets by government officials should be mandatory and published in national newspapers to promote accountability.
3. Economic Self-Reliance: Governments must reduce reliance on foreign financial entities and focus on internal revenue generation and wealth retention.
4. Industrialization & Value Addition:
   Africa must shift from raw material exports to the local manufacturing of finished products, fostering job creation and economic sustainability.
5. Inclusive Governance & Policy Implementation: Governments must adopt policies that guarantee economic equity, infrastructure development, and social security improvements for all citizens.

Your Excellencies, please accept our assurances of unwavering support and collaboration as you embark on the historic mission of transforming your nations.

The ACUC remains dedicated to working alongside your administrations in Ghana and Namibia to ensure sustainable development, peace, and unity across Africa.

Benjamin Anyagre Aziginaateeg,
CEO, AfriKan Continental Union Consult -ACUC-
Tema – Accra.
Ghana.