By Given Mutinta
THE TWERKING PRESIDENT
When President Hakainde Hichilema took to the stage at the election campaign launch rally at Heroes’ stadium, he brought more than just words — he also brought dance.
It is tempting to say there’s nothing wrong with a president breaking into a few steps; after all, leaders are human beings too.
Yet the spectacle took a turn from congenial to controversial when President Hichilema concluded his performance with an unabashed twerk, buttocks jocularly facing the crowd.
On one hand, the act revealed an unexpected side of the president, dancing alongside musicians on the high stage was a fine gesture of camaraderie and enthusiasm.
However, the twerk, a move often associated with informal or even risqué dance floors, raised eyebrows, triggering questions about decorum and presidential etiquette.
Being president is no small gig — it comes with an unspoken dress code of conduct and a symbolic mantel of dignity.
His provocative dance left rally attendees to wonder if President Hichilema’s twerking was an election mood display or a careless lapse in public sensitivity.
Humour aside, this incident serves as a reminder that President Hichilema must carefully balance relatability with the gravitas his office demands.
In the end, a little rhythm goes a long way, but perhaps some dances are best saved for private celebrations rather than public rallies where dignity and discipline should lead the choreography.