WHAT A WORLD OF TWO FACES, LESSON LEARNT FROM DANDY CRAZY’S DEATH…
One important lesson I have drawn from the tragic accident and passing of Dandy Crazy is that what you produce doesn’t seem to matter the most compared to who you impact!
On the same day Dandy Crazy was involved in a fatal accident, a renowned Professor of Engineering also lost his life in a similar road traffic incident if not at the same incident.
While two or so images of the professor circulated briefly on social media, it is likely that only about 10% of this platform’s members are even aware of his name or passing.
President Hakainde Hichilema shared a message of recovery for Dandy Crazy and later offered condolences to his family.
Yet, upon reviewing the president’s Facebook page, there was no mention of the professor—a senior citizen who contributed significantly to shaping the engineering field in Zambia.
In addition, the BBC reported Dandy Crazy’s death on all their platforms, including social media, their website, radio, and television.
Meanwhile, the Zambian government, through the Ministry of Arts, covered all funeral costs for Dandy Crazy.
Surprisingly, the Ministry of Education failed to recognize the professor’s passing, and it appears that even a message of condolence was not sent.
Troubling questions arise: Was his passing unnoticed? Or was it deemed less significant? Or a musician who has more impact on the nation than a professor?
Question: What type of contribution must one make to be recognized as an important figure in Zambia?
To be clear, this is not about diminishing any loss; every death is painful.
However, out of curiosity, one might wonder: whose accomplishments weigh more heavily on the scales of national impact—a professor who educated and mentored generations of engineers, or a musician?
I am aware that different offices and roles carry varying levels of visibility and privilege and my opinion is open to correction.
However, this situation leaves us with much to reflect upon about our values and the recognition we give to those who shape our nation.
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Sad as it may appear and sound, it is the way of the world. Take for instance a preacher who ministers to souls; the poor man will pass away quietly but a dancing queen and Kofi Olomide will be headline news for weeks if not months just for corrupting our poor morals. I say again, it is the way of the world.
It would be more helpful or informative if you told us the name of the Professor of Engineering you are talking about.
This is the life we live in….I have no words. This is a time to reflect in who we are and cherish as a nation and what we define as important to the development if the country. I think the writer of this article has done a good job to make us think deeply.
My friend the bible clearly states that always where masses are question the wisdom of that gathering, he was popular because two thirds of people attending his concerts were naked ladies dancing sexually attractive and men picked their choices and contracted all sorts of diseases HIV, STIs TB and HERPS. And besides he sang donchi kubeba a political affiliated song that Marked the beginning of cadre enfluenced government under a well know machete commanding sata and lead us to settle for a compromised lawyer known for his lucking discipline towards client money, and proved extremely lucking discipline to national coffers by making all those attached to his presidency rich and the country poor. ANIMAL FARM WAS BORN IN ZAMBIA because of Sata, which brought us lungu and now to honour drunks like dandy. Look at his social appearance always with a bottle of wine no social responsibility at all. The lady that was buried a few days ago had done more rememberable job of look after under privileged children.
Totally agree with .The lady from Mukushi was indeed remarkable but sadly was not acknowledged.we are hypocrites.The so called celebrities are busy capturing videos and photos for sho sho media for likes.How annoying is that,?
Food for thought indeed. A very good write up.
Most artists have sold their souls to the devil for fame and riches. Most die Most .
Most artists have sold their souls to the devil for fame and riches. Most die young.
Yes the good young lady was buried without any pomp. I will not be surprised if some drunks injure themselves or evel lose lives as a result of this politically live funeral. Zambians what are your priorities.Hey man, aikona man, aikona.
Heineken is more popular than coatem.one makes you drunk, the other saves your life from malaria. It does not matter how people celebrate you , what matters is what you have done.
There seems to be little genuine sincerity in the government’s response to Dandy Crazy’s death, it’s all politics. Our politicians show no shame or class, seeking to gain political leverage from the passing of a musician. Sad!