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Adeladius Makwega – Mbagala
“Mwanakwetu, why didn't you come to work yesterday? I kept looking at your chair the whole day and didn't see you, brother. Was there a problem? Even your phone wasn't reachable.”
These were the words of Easter Musa Mwangaza as she asked his colleague and friend, Mwanakwetu.
Mwanakwetu replied that he had spent the entire previous day carrying out duties outside the office, which was why Easter had not seen him. As for his phone being unreachable, he explained that it was due to poor network coverage because they had traveled through many areas.
Indeed, my reader, in the workplace people may value your presence if you hold a position or title that is useful to them, such as signing letters, vouchers, or other official documents. However, if you do not hold such a position, you may be absent from work and no one may even notice because, to them, your value appears insignificant.
Yet someone who genuinely values you will notice your absence. They may call to check on you, and if they fail to reach you, they will ask about you when you return. Therefore, do not place too much hope in work-related calls alone; often, society does not need you personally but rather the service you provide.
My reader, wherever you are, pause and ask yourself: where does your presence truly matter? There should be someone who will look for you, just as there should be someone whom you will look for—not because of work or obligation, but because of genuine human connection.
Mwanakwetu was sitting nearby as these colleagues continued their conversation.
“A woman of dignity and self-awareness cannot watch a child being mistreated or beaten without feeling deep pain within her. A mentally sound woman cannot naturally possess a cruel heart. Even women who abandon their children often experience regret and emotional pain later. That is why many leave children near inhabited areas, hoping someone will find and care for them. What drives them to do so is their conscience and the natural bond of motherhood.”
This discussion continued between two colleagues: Gideon Chilongani, a Transport Officer, and Easter Musa Mwangaza, an Office Administrator at the Office of the Regional Commissioner of Mara.
“It is true that there are cases where some women terminate pregnancies or even kill their own children. In many situations, they may be struggling with psychological difficulties or have reached a point where they see no way forward. As a result, decisions are made without regard for human dignity, the law, or moral values. Sometimes they have been abandoned by their families, or the man responsible for the pregnancy has completely denied any involvement. In such circumstances, a woman may lose hope and feel she has no other option.”
The discussion continued as Mwanakwetu listened attentively.
On the other hand, men should be careful and responsible when informed about a pregnancy for which they may be responsible. It is not wise to deny responsibility without evidence. While deception does occur in some cases, most situations require wisdom, maturity, and accountability.
Mwanakwetu was deeply impressed by the discussion among these young public servants.
Men should encourage and support their partners during pregnancy. Life may be difficult, but whatever little one has should be shared so that both mother and child can be cared for properly.
The discussion fascinated Mwanakwetu so much that he later decided to share it in this article.
As he reflected on the conversation, Mwanakwetu remembered the story of one of the world's most famous innovators, who faced challenges even before birth. That person was the late Steve Jobs, businessman and co-founder of Apple. He revolutionized several industries, including personal computers, animated films, digital music, mobile phones, tablet computers, and digital publishing.
Working alongside Steve Wozniak, Jobs helped popularize personal computing through the Apple II.
In his own story, Steve Jobs once said:
“I was born in San Francisco on February 24, 1955. I was put up for adoption by my biological parents, who were not married. I was raised by Paul and Clara Jobs. They instilled in me a desire to learn and explore that remained with me throughout my life. The upbringing I received from my adoptive parents helped develop my independence of thought and broaden my view of the world.”
He went on to explain that his biological mother was Joanne Schieble, while his father was Abdulfattah John Jandali, a Syrian immigrant and professor of political science.
His mother insisted that her child be adopted by a highly educated family. The first family that had planned to adopt him withdrew after requesting a baby girl instead of a boy. Later, Paul and Clara Jobs agreed to adopt him after signing a legal commitment promising to send him to college.
Steve Jobs said:
“Although I was adopted, I never felt abandoned or rejected. I always considered Paul and Clara Jobs my real parents.”
He made these remarks during his famous commencement speech at Stanford University.
Accounts of his life indicate that as an adult, he searched for and eventually found his biological mother and his sister, Mona Simpson, a novelist. They developed a close relationship.
However, Jobs never met his biological father, John Jandali. It is said that he later discovered that the owner of a restaurant he frequently visited was actually his father. Despite learning this truth, he never returned to eat there again.
So, what does Mwanakwetu say today?
Mutual understanding is essential. Every side should recognize that we are alive today because those who came before us gave us the opportunity to live. In the same way, we should allow others the opportunity to live.
This is why the 40th President of the United States, Ronald Reagan, once said:
“I've noticed that everyone who is for abortion has already been born.”
This statement was intended to encourage people to reflect on the value of human life and the right to live that every person has been given.
Mwanakwetu, are you there?
Remember:
“The chance you were given to live, give it to others too.”
Have a wonderful day.
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