We ought to develop a common identity by expressly stating national values and principles of governance. In essence, it is the values that create identity, while identity itself influences behaviour. HOLY TERRORFor example, the Protestant ethic greatly influenced the behaviour of the people in the Western world. Max Weber, in his book The Protestant Ethic and the Spirit of Capitalism, chronicles the impact of this ethic on behaviour. In other words, the Protestant work ethic was an important force behind the unplanned and uncoordinated emergence of modern capitalism.

Source: Daily Nation May 01, 2017 11:36 UTC