Indeed, acknowledging that all must be equal in the eyes and practice of the law is a prerequisite for strengthening the social contract between the state and its citizens. Without greater fidelity to the rule of law, too many African citizens will continue to see their futures blighted and their countries’ resources wasted.
事实上，认识到所有人都必须在法律及其实践中一律平等是强化国家及其人民之间的社会契约的先决条件。不尽忠于法律精神，就会有太多非洲人民继续面临暗淡无光的前途和国家资源的浪费。