Times Of Swaziland: STOP KILLING YOUR LOVED ONES!

STOP KILLING YOUR LOVED ONES!
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Editor on 12/06/2019 08:18:00


Sir,
If someone has not committed suicide then the news is about loved ones being
killed. What haunts my cognisance is safety in our motherland, as we are
blatantly failing to live in harmony with each other yet we are all equal
inhabitants of the land. It becomes very heart-wrenching when such takes place
between people who claimed to be in love. Does this mean emaSwati do not know
human rights? The right to live is the most crucial of all human rights. Some
people think that having the power and the capability to end one’s life may
mean having the authority to kill.
Values
All we need is respect for human rights and universal humanitarian values. Gone
are the ancient days where, in order to solve matters between two parties, blood
was to be spilt. Through peaceful dialogue, the ends can be made to meet. In a
love relationship, communication is the main tool of keeping it alive and
maximising survival during difficult times.
Culture
Our culture provides good platforms where misunderstandings between couples can
be solved, therefore, I do not see the point of people taking matters into their
own hands, especially men. Murdering another person or committing suicide will
never solve the problems you have in your relationship, but will bring about
temporary relief that will make matters worse.
People in the communities need to be re-educated and be reminded that it is an
offence to kill regardless of who you kill. I plead with all the men out there
to stop using force in order to solve problems. If you can’t manage to solve
your problems peacefully, seek professional counselling. Going for a counselling
session does not make one a lesser man, but it is a sign of boldness and bravery
that you have taken action against the things that are detriment to your
welfare.