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'In any case paramount traditional heads of provinces should, in my view, welcome the fact that their people who have had education and experience can relieve them as in the traditional line of delegation from the many functions the chiefs are required to do now, particularly if they are public servants or have not had the background of education and service as their people.'

Ratu Epeli Ganilau#34

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About this quote

What does it mean?
Traditional chiefs should allow educated, experienced people to take over many functions, especially if they lack the necessary background.
In plain terms
Chiefs can delegate duties to educated members who have the skills needed.
What can you take from it?
Delegate responsibilities to qualified individuals to improve governance.

Where it applies

  • public service appointments
  • community projects
  • policy advisory roles

Putting it to work

  • create mentorship programs
  • formalize delegation processes

Questions to consider

  • How can tradition and modern expertise coexist?
  • What support do chiefs need to delegate?

Another view

Shifting duties may conflict with cultural expectations of chiefs.

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