Books have been a source of inspiration and education for centuries, shaping the minds and hearts of readers across the globe.
They hold a unique power to transport readers to distant realms, ignite our imagination, and instill a love for learning, in a nutshell, the magic of books and the joy of reading remain timeless and unparalleled.
From the adventurous landscapes of fantasy novels to the captivating histories of biographies, reading offers an escape from the humdrum of everyday life. We can become pirates sailing the high seas, detectives solving perplexing mysteries, all within the comfort of our own minds.
In this article, Kasi Voice News chat to the author of the ten books, the flamboyant Lemmy Mule who has emerged as the philanthropist and influencer of note.
Mule, a charismatic individual, hails from the small town of Fouriesburg, in the Free State Province. He emerged as the enthusiastic entrepreneur in the business sector.
The author’s entrepreneurial flair cuts across market spectrum of rendering services from communities, banks and development agency boardrooms, chambers of commerce and institutions of higher councils. His experience and wisdom is immeasurable. In his close ranks he is referred to as a monumental hero.
Despite the perception that Mule had a relatively smooth path to success, he faced numerous challenges during the apartheid era when access to quality education was restricted for black people.
Due to the hardships of the apartheid systems, Mule encountered difficulties in pursuing his studies and had to move to Welkom in search of employment. Welkom, a city renowned for fostering personal growth and development, became the starting point for Mule’s journey to success.
He dedicated himself to private studies and successfully obtained a matriculation certificate from Letjhabile Adult Centre.
“The education system was inferior to an extent that learners were deprived of elementary opportunities that would critically and creatively be discussing problem areas,” says Mule.
Throughout his entire life, Mule, who now holds Masters of Business Administration has ten (10) self-published books to his name to date.
“Never lose sight of your conviction to create the future beyond horizon.”
– Mule.
In 2018, the Central University of Technology in Welkom, honoured and celebrated former leaders who have contributed significantly to the history of Welkom Campus during the official unveiling and dedication ceremony of the university’s buildings. As a result, the renowned ‘O’ block was renamed as Lemmy Mule Building in honor of these influential individuals.
This gesture highlights Mule’s inspirational impact and recognition of his invaluable contributions to the education system.
“The purpose is teaching not only how to make a living, but also how to leave as it prepares both the mind and heart, that is the role of education – nothing less , nothing more,” said Mule.
His mission is to instill enthusiasm and rekindle the love for reading among the youth and motivate them to strive for excellence.
Mule who values education highly says that “We are never too old to learn, never too old to serve Nations from the wealth of accumulated knowledge, experience and problem-solving wisdom”.
Life does not have a script, nor does it have a blueprint on how it should be tackled. In most cases, people find themselves having to navigate through life’s challenges on a range of fronts, without any point of reference to lift them out of the doldrums.
It is in this context, that books such as Born to Serve Humanity Pays and Mohale o tswa maroleng, authored by Lemmy Mule, are crucial in offering valuable life lessons on how to turn things around in the face of adversity.
Mule has been an influence leader and an entrepreneur of note throughout his life, specialising in assisting those in need of leadership skills and his continued crusade to impart knowledge has overlapped right into retirement. No wonder he ended up penning down these inspirational books and his autograph.
Kasi Voice News has selected five (5) books from the ten books as key focus books ahead of the launch of the ten books to be revealed by Lemmy Mule on February 24. Here’s a quick synopsis of the five (5) books:
Born to Serve Humanity Pays
The book, Born to Serve Humanity Pays chronicles Mule’s chronicles a broad-based accumulation of the historical past to serve as evidence of where South Africa comes from with a emphasis on socio-economic, political and education fragmentation by learning from the global village for “racial healing and trust building”.
This book plainly reflects how Mule maneuvered his way out of precarious situations, liberating individuals from the shackles of psychological distress, and safeguarding them from the lingering effects of traumatic experiences they have endured.
Transformational Leadership and Management Hints
The book, Transformational Leadership and Management Hints, examines the historical background of South Africa and discusses the process of reconstruction and development in the economy. However, it emphasizes that the current approach to managing things is not yielding positive results. Therefore, the book suggests studying transformation and adopting a transformative mindset to implement new leadership and development management systems.
The book upholds the principles of transformational leadership and management, which align with contemporary practices.
Artisans Transformation Curriculum
The book: “Artisan’s Transformative Curriculum” aims to convey the message that people should move away from excessive theorizing in education.
“Currently, we tend to rely heavily on information and theories without putting them into practice. The Transformative Curriculum emphasizes the importance of integrating theory into our learning process. However, it goes beyond mere theoretical understanding and encourages us to apply the knowledge we have acquired by actively engaging our hands and minds,” Mule said.
“The precision of information is closely tied to our ability to think critically and learn effectively. Unfortunately, our previous education system focused on imparting information without providing opportunities for practical application. The “Artisan’s Transformative Curriculum” seeks to rectify this by teaching us to go beyond theoretical thinking and actively engage in practical activities. In other words, it emphasizes the need to link the knowledge we have consumed with hands-on experience,” he further explained the context of the book.
Entrepreneurship, Endurance to Humanity Service
The book that aligns with entrepreneurship and endurance in humanity service is authored by Lemmy Mule.
“Entrepreneurship, Endurance to Humanity Service” by Mule is a book that encapsulates the essence of entrepreneurship while emphasizing the importance of endurance in serving humanity. Mule, the founder of National Publishing Homesteads, shares his journey of starting a business that not only aimed for financial success but also had a profound impact on society. The book delves into the idea of creating a business with a purpose beyond profits, focusing on making a positive difference in the world.
Mule says the book is all about advocacy for economics, social economics. “I mean, our education system has to change and move with the times has to change and make people productive people use us and not consume us because you know what’s’ happening now we are more consumers than producers.
“We don’t link our thinking power, the power of positive mental attitude that I refer to as a PPMA (Power of Positive Mental Attitude to apply our thinking power and start operating businesses,” said Mule.
Mohale o tswa maroleng
The book initially titled “Ho ithuta kgwebo ho a putsa” – Mule emphasizes that the book should be titled “Mohale o tswa maroleng“.
This book is about the life of Mule and how he experienced the world. Furthermore, it explores how entrepreneurs can leverage their skills, resources, and innovative mindset to create positive impacts on society and contribute to the betterment of their lives.
The book delves into the importance of social responsibility, ethical business practices, and sustainable development in the entrepreneurial context. It highlights real-life examples of entrepreneurs who have successfully combined their business ventures with a commitment to serving humanity, making a difference in the world while also achieving success in their endeavors. Overall, the book aims to inspire and guide aspiring entrepreneurs to not only build successful businesses but also make a meaningful difference in the world through their work.
Mule’s narrative inspires aspiring entrepreneurs to think beyond traditional business models and consider how their ventures can contribute to the betterment of society. Through his own experiences, he highlights the significance of perseverance, resilience, and unwavering dedication in the face of challenges.
In anticipation of his upcoming book launch, Mule, through his company, National Publishing Homestead (NPH), is encouraging people to join him for a remarkable literary event that explores the transformative power of ten books in the realms of socio-economic, education, and leadership advocacy.
NPH cordially invite people to attend the book launch on 24th February 2024, from 12:00 PM to 6:00 PM in Welkom, Free State, for the opportunity to engage with the author and delve into the dynamics of transformative development.
For details pertaining the event, RSVP here and ensure suitable arrangements are made for your attendance.
To pre-order the book, reach out to Lemmy Mule on 082 548 6435 / 064 676 2878 alternatively, email: pmcgrafix@webmail.co.za.
