An image worth a thousand words, revealing the truth, the lies, the beginning, and a perspective of the future. Some say that having this image is like having both sides of the coin, the essence of a country's entire history. From the first steps in the fight for independence, through the 49 years of history since the conquest of freedom, this image is a living source of information about the past, essential for understanding and shaping the future.
We are talking about two great figures: Alberto Joaquim Chissano and Armando Emílio Guebuza. These two leaders are fundamental pillars in the history of Mozambique, offering inspiration and teachings to new generations. They carry with them the great truths and lies, the greatest achievements and defeats, victories and challenges. As fathers of Mozambique, Guebuza and Chissano are symbols of Mozambican identity and sources of inspiration for any young person seeking to understand and value the history of their country.
Armando Emílio Guebuza, the third president of Mozambique, recently launched the second edition of his book "Os Tambores Cantam" (The Drums Sing), a work that aims to inspire new generations in building a better nation. Written during the National Liberation Struggle, the book consists of approximately 30 poems that portray the sacrifices made to achieve independence. During the launch, Guebuza highlighted the importance of preserving the moral and social values of Mozambican society, defending literature as a means of remembering and valuing the country's culture and history.
Alberto Joaquim Chissano, Mozambique's second president, is also a central figure in the country's history. He is revered as an older brother by Guebuza, symbolizing continuity and unity in Mozambican leadership. Chissano's presence alongside Guebuza in the image is a representation of the legacy and strength that both leaders share.
These two gentlemen, with their lives dedicated to the nation, continue to be a great inspiration to all Mozambicans. Their experiences, teachings, and examples are crucial for any young person seeking to understand and participate in building a better Mozambique. Armando Emílio Guebuza and Alberto Joaquim Chissano, the fathers of Mozambique, are true icons of the country's history and symbols of hope and inspiration for the future.
May this image penetrate the very soul, spirit, and brotherhood of Mozambique, bringing the positive currents necessary for true unity and social cohesion in this pearl of the Indian Ocean, from the Rovuma to Maputo, from Zumbo to the Indian Ocean. May any past mistakes serve as profound lessons, and may the reconciliatory vision of this image inspire the youth of the current generation to follow… Millions of arms, one single force, oh beloved homeland, we will win.
