Chereponi has once again been thrust into the spotlight following a heartfelt open letter written by Issah Julius, a long-time resident who has lived and served in the district for fifteen years.
In his piece titled “Chereponi, I Am Tired But I Am Still Here”, Julius expressed deep frustration over the persistent challenges facing the community, particularly the electricity crisis. He described the situation as a “disgrace,” noting that power outages often last for days without urgent response, public communication or accountability.
Julius lamented the impact of these outages on education, health facilities, and local businesses, stressing that families are left to suffer in silence while leadership remains inactive. He criticized both political and traditional authorities for failing to act decisively, calling on them to embrace responsibility rather than titles.
Beyond infrastructure, Julius highlighted a deeper cultural issue: the tendency to dismiss or silence those who raise concerns. He recounted being told to “go back to where you came from,” despite his fifteen years of service to the community. For him, this reflects a weak leadership culture that deflects criticism instead of addressing problems.
His message, however, was not one of despair but of urgent love and accountability. Julius urged the people of Chereponi to “wake up” — to demand better, hold leaders accountable and stop accepting silence and darkness as normal.
“You are not a hopeless district. You are not a forgotten people. But hope without demand is just wishful thinking,” he wrote.
The open letter has sparked conversations across the district, resonating with many who share similar frustrations. It stands as both a critique of leadership and a call to action for citizens to reclaim their voice and demand the development they deserve.
