In this episode of AFIAPodcast on African Proverbs, we explore the Burundian proverb “A good herbalist does not need to advertise himself.” What does this proverb mean? What can we learn from it? We’ll discuss the importance of reputation and expertise. Good work speaks for itself and there is no need to boast or advertise […]
Author: Simon Javan Okelo
The Sierra Leone proverb “Don’t buy a goat because of its voice only” is a reminder that we should not judge something or someone based on superficial appearances. Just as a goat’s voice does not necessarily indicate its quality, so too can people be deceptive. In this episode of AFIAPodcast, You’ll explore the wisdom of […]
Good things take time and effort. When we are impatient, we may try to rush things, which can often lead to mistakes. It is important to be patient and to take the time to do things right, even if it means waiting a little longer. In this episode of the AFIAPodcast on African Proverbs, we’ll […]
The African proverb “Honey catches more flies than vinegar” means that it is better to be kind and respectful, even to those who are not kind to you. Kindness is always the best way to get ahead in life, both personally and professionally. In this video, we will explore the power of kindness and how […]
This Ugandan proverb has many interpretations, but it is generally seen as a warning against being too greedy or impatient. It is important to focus on one task at a time and to finish what you start before moving on to something new. Here are three nuggets of wisdom from this proverb: 1. Don’t overcommit […]
Patience is a virtue, and it’s especially important when it comes to achieving your goals. In this video, we’ll take a look at the Zimbabwe proverb “Patience is an egg that hatches large birds” and explore three nuggets of wisdom that can help you be more patient in your life. 3 Nuggets of Wisdom: 1. […]
In this video, we explore the African proverb “To catch a cricket one must move slowly.” This wise saying teaches us the importance of patience and perseverance in all aspects of life. Here are three nuggets of wisdom from this proverb: 1. Patience is key to success. When we are patient, we are more likely […]
In this video, we’ll explore the meaning and significance of the Tanzanian proverb “It is ridiculous for hunters to argue about the skin of a Lion when they have not yet killed it.” This proverb teaches us the importance of focusing on the task at hand and not getting ahead of ourselves. 3 Nuggets of […]
In many cultures, gift-giving is seen as a way of showing love, appreciation, or respect. But what does it really mean when someone gives you a gift? Is it always a selfless act? In the Mali proverb, “One does not give a gift without a motive,” we are reminded that there is always an underlying […]
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 […]