Kenneth Kaunda Quotes

A collection of quotes by Kenneth Kaunda.

Kenneth Kaunda, born on April 28, 1924, and passed away on June 17, 2021, was a prominent Zambian statesman and politician. He served as the first President of Zambia from 1964 to 1991, leading the country's independence movement against British colonial rule. Known for his advocacy of pan-Africanism and socialism, Kaunda played a crucial role in fostering unity among African nations. He was widely recognized for his commitment to social justice and human rights. Kaunda's leadership and contributions to Zambia's fight for independence continue to inspire generations to strive for a better Africa.

Some people draw a comforting distinction between force and

Some people draw a comforting distinction between force and violence. I refuse to cloud the issue by such word-play. The power which establishes a state is violence; the power which maintains it is violence; the power which eventually overthrows it is violence. Call an elephant a rabbit only if it gives you comfort to feel that you are about to be trampled to death by a rabbit.

Kenneth Kaunda

Power

When you go in search of honey you must expect to be stung b

When you go in search of honey you must expect to be stung by bees.

Kenneth Kaunda

Ambition

The power which establishes a state is violence the power wh

The power which establishes a state is violence the power which maintains it is violence the power which eventually overthrows it is violence.

Kenneth Kaunda

Power