Togo’s Uncertain Future: A Lacking Social Contract

Togo is navigating through tumultuous ⁢times, with a collective vision ‍no longer in existence. ⁣Individual ambitions have taken ⁣precedence, leading to a rapid decline in ⁢social cohesion.

The country’s political authorities have lost credibility ⁣and are now⁤ feared for their ability to​ exert power. Traditional leaders, once revered for their moral authority, ⁤have become​ controversial figures, dependent on political power and inspiring distrust ⁤rather than respect.

This phenomenon extends‍ beyond the political and traditional spheres, affecting various aspects of society. Leaders of associations and⁤ sports federations are viewed as puppets of a forced system, unable to garner voluntary support for their leadership.

A lack of legitimacy has severely damaged the ​social contract, ⁢rendering laws⁢ ineffective in regulating ‍the actions ​of those in ⁣power. This, combined with the absence of fair‌ governance, ⁣has fueled endless conflicts.

Political parties, which should ⁤facilitate⁣ debates and exchange ​of ideas, have become tools for​ eliminating opponents.​ Their proliferation​ is a testament to the multiplication of individual ambitions rather than a diversity of​ views for the country. These parties engage⁤ in a ruthless struggle, prioritizing ⁣the⁣ interests of their leaders over the nation’s future.

The absence of a strong ⁣presidential figure ‌is increasingly felt, with the Head⁣ of State ‍failing to provide guidance, set the tone, and bring⁣ together the country’s forces for‌ the ⁢collective good. This has created a ‌power vacuum, allowing the country​ to drift further ⁤into chaos.

A country without a ⁤solid social contract is doomed to‍ fail. The notion that a nation can be built ‌through brute force, injustice, and disagreement is misguided.

Source: Journal Sika’a