In the play, ‘Betrayal in the city’, by Francis Imbuga, many leaders who are given leadership responsibilities have failed to offer fair and just treatment to the citizens. As a result many characters suffer injustice perpetuated by leaders of Kafira.
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1. Doga and Nina are mistreated and killed by cruel leadership of Kafira.
- denied to perform shaving ceremony for Adika
- Mulili and Jere are sent to stop them from conducting the ceremony
- This indicates injustice suffered by citizen.
1. Mosese is falsely imprisoned by the government of Kafira.
- He speaks against the government of Kafira at Adika’s funeral
- He is disappointed by the restrictions put forward by the government of Kafira; the funeral should only last for 10 minutes
- This indicates how citizens are suffering unfair treatment by leaders.
2. Regina is nearly raped by the head of State, Boss.
- Regina visits Boss to negotiate for the release of Moses
- She escapes through the window when Boss attempts to rape her.
- Boss is an agent of injustice which leads to innocent suffering of the citizens.
3. Adika is shot dead.
- He was killed while leading demonstration of university students against hiring of expatriates.
- Adika is shot dead four times.
- The Kafira citizens are thus denied the right of expression and demonstration.
Conclusion
In conclusion, it is true to argue that the people entrusted with leadership responsibilities are discharging their duties unfairly thus causing suffering to innocent citizens. Regina and Mosese fro instance suffer in the hands of government officials. Thiscalls for those holding government position to be responsible.
Musyoxx answered the question on February 22, 2018 at 18:16
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