As a matter of fact, Sri Lanka is going through a time when it needs peace and prosperity more than ever before. Sri Lanka ended a 30-year war against a separatist militant group in 2009, over a decade ago. The type of unity Sri Lanka needs cannot be established by leaders that follow Mandela’s path; people too have a responsibility. It is a responsibility that extends beyond merely wishing to elect leaders like Mandela; it is a responsibility peace-loving people too need to take. Perhaps, unity among the people is what Sri Lanka needs in order to create leaders like Mandela who prefer a unified nation over a divided one.

Source: The Nation July 19, 2021 16:30 UTC