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The Yoruba Proverb: ”What You Give You Get, Ten Times Over” | AFIAPodcast | African Proverbs

In this video, we explore the meaning of the Yoruba proverb “What you give you get, ten times over.” We discuss how this proverb can be applied to our lives in a variety of ways, and we share three nuggets of wisdom that can help us to live a more fulfilling and abundant life. Nuggets […]

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The Wisdom of the Ivory Coast: ”Two Flavors Confuse the Palate” | AFIAPodcast | African Proverbs

In the Ivory Coast, there is a proverb that says “Two flavors confuse the palate.” This proverb teaches us that it is important to focus on one thing at a time, and that trying to do too much can lead to confusion and disarray. Join me on the #AFIAPodcast at 6 am PST/4 pm EAT […]

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A Shining Face, a Full Belly: The Hausa Proverb on the Importance of Contentment

The Hausa proverb “A shining face, goes with a full belly”⁷ teaches us that a happy and contented life comes from having our basic needs met. When we are hungry or thirsty, it is difficult to be happy or focused. But when we have enough to eat and drink, we are better able to enjoy […]

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The Bantu Proverb on Waste: ”When There is More Then Enough, More than Enough is Wasted | AfIAPodcast | African Proverbs

In this video, we explore the meaning of the Bantu proverb, “When there is more then enough, more than enough is wasted.” We discuss three nuggets of wisdom that can be learned from this proverb, including: 1. It is important to be mindful of our consumption and avoid wasting resources.2. We should be grateful for […]

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Embracing Wisdom | Endure and Drink Your Medicine | Kenyan Proverb | AFIAPodcast

Welcome to another enlightening episode of the African Wisdom Series! Today, we delve into the profound Kenyan proverb: “Endure and Drink Your Medicine.” In this video, we unlock the timeless wisdom hidden within these words and discover how they can positively impact our lives. Join me on the #AFIAPodcast at 6 am PST/4 pm EAT […]

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Two Cheeks for Hot Food | Ghana Proverb| AFIAPodcast

Welcome to another insightful episode of the African Folklore and Insights Podcast (#AFIAPodcast)! In this episode, we explore the profound wisdom hidden within the Ghanaian proverb, “Nature gave us two cheeks to make it easier to eat hot food.” Join me on the #AFIAPodcast at 6am PST/4pm EAT on YouTube @okelojavan to listen to the […]

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A Healthy Ear Can Stand Hearing Sick Words | African Proverbs | AFIAPodcast

Welcome to another episode of Wisdom Unveiled, where we delve deep into the wisdom of African proverbs. Today, we explore the profound Senegal proverb: “A Healthy Ear Can Stand Hearing Sick Words.” Join me on the #AFIAPodcast at 6 am PST/4 pm EAT on YouTube @okelojavan to listen to the full interview and share your […]

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No Dew Ever Competed with the Sun | African Proverb | AFIAPodcast

Welcome to another episode of #AfricanWisdomSeries, where we talk about African proverbs to uncover timeless lessons. In this episode, we’re exploring the profound Zulu proverb, “No dew ever competed with the sun.” Join me on the #AFIAPodcast at 6 am PST/4 pm EAT on YouTube @okelojavan to listen to the full interview and share your […]

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The Eye of the Sun Can’t Be Hidden | Unveiling Ancient Wisdom | African Proverbs

In today’s episode, we’re looking into the profound wisdom of an Egyptian proverb: “The eye of the sun can’t be hidden.” This saying has captivated hearts for generations, and it’s time to uncover its hidden treasures together. Join us as we explore the rich tapestry of African wisdom, with a focus on Egypt’s unique cultural […]

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Eat when the meal is ready, speak when the time is ripe | African Proverbs | AFIAPodcast

Greetings Village! #DailyAfricanProverbs takes us to #Ethiopia today. This proverb teaches us that we should be patient and wait for the right time to do things. We should not speak or act before the time is right. This is because if we do, we may end up saying or doing something that we regret. For […]