MUSIC CONCERT IN MONGU AND SABBATH CONTROVERSY
Today, Saturday, July 4, President Hakainde Hichilema, who serves as a Church Elder and Master Guide within the Seventh-day Adventist (SDA) Church, will host in Mongu an election rally music concert featuring over ten artists.
This highly publicized event reignited debate about his apparent disregard for the SDA Church’s foundational principle of Sabbath observance, stirring unease among church members and political observers alike.
The Seventh-day Adventist faith places immense importance on keeping the Sabbath holy, from Friday sunset to Saturday sunset, a time dedicated strictly to spiritual reflection and worship.
During this period, adherents are expected to abstain from secular work or recreational activities that might distract from their faith.
As a spiritual leader holding prominent roles within the Church, President Hichilema’s decision to organize a large-scale entertainment election rally event on the Sabbath is viewed by many as a direct violation of these religious tenets, igniting criticism and disappointment within the SDA community.
Additionally, a lineup of more than ten artists to draw an artificial crowd signals underlying challenges in maintaining political momentum solely through his leadership record.
Compounding this perception are concerns over the president’s credibility and diminishing popularity, highlighted by political figures such as former Ngambela of Barotseland, Sinyinda, who has openly endorsed rival candidates Brian Mundubile and Makebi Zulu.
As a result, President Hichilema need any day, including the resting day Sabbath, and a large number of artist to attract people in order to appear popular.
MUSIC CONCERT IN MONGU AND SABBATH CONTROVERSY
