THE SPIRIT OF AMASOSHA, THE BLUE NATION LIVES ON.

The emergence of COVID-19 in 2020, and its persistence into 2021, has caused a significant shift in the world, crippling many sectors, including religion. In an instant, everything changed.

To halt the virus’s spread, country leaders took “preventative” measures, including the total closure of spiritual and religious institutions.

These organizations were forced to come up with new ways to communicate spiritual and religious teachings to their members.

In order to combat the COVID-19 virus, the government-administered the same antidote to spiritual institutions based on the assumption that all citizens, particularly in African countries, adhere to the three world religions.

Which demonstrated that the government’s actions had not been thoroughly researched; it was a wash-down method to appease a select few.

The actions of government leaders have had a negative impact on sectors that have played and continue to play critical roles in society. Communities rely on spiritual and religious institutions. These institutions have served as forerunners of morality in communities, as well as a source of hope for many.

The relaxation of the COVID-19 restrictions would imply that governmental leaders would assist spiritual and religious institutions in regaining their footing. Regrettably, this was not the case. These institutions did not find favor with the powers that be, and the majority of them were forced to close permanently.

The Blue Nation is a nation created and shaped by amaZulu. This nation’s spirit is strong and resilient in the face of adversity.

During the hard lockdown, the nation’s spirit was put to the test. Amasosha prayed fervently when many were overcome with grief and gloom. They’d come to Ekhayeni and pray outside the door. It is important to note that Amasosha’s act of faith was not directed by the spiritual home’s Founder and Leader.

This was unmistakable proof that this nation was founded on African indigenous spirituality rather than religious ideologies.