“Before healing others heal yourself” is a popular African proverb that is used to remind people that they need to take care of themselves before they can take care of others. The saying is believed to originate from the Gambia, but it is popular all over Africa. The proverb highlights the importance of self-care and […]
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African Proverb on Honesty
There are many African proverbs that address the importance of honesty. One such proverb is from Tanzania, “The path of a liar is very short.” This proverb highlights the importance of truthfulness, and how lying can lead you to negative consequences. African proverbs are wise sayings that you can be apply to many different situations. […]
“If you are filled with pride, then you will have no room for wisdom.” This African proverb from Chad speaks to the importance of being humble if you want to be successful. Being humble doesn’t mean that you think less of yourself. It means that you are open to learning and growing. It means that […]
1. What are your ambitions? You’ve always been a very ambitious person. As a child, maybe you wanted to be a scientist. You were fascinated by the world around you and wanted to know how everything worked. You didn’t just want to learn about the world, though; You wanted to make a difference in it. […]
Why you should make the most of your time How you spend your time is one of the most critical choices you make in life. It is something that we all have in common, regardless of who you are or where you come from. And yet, it is also something that you can use in […]
Here are ten reasons to travel to Africa 1. To see the world’s tallest mountain, Kilimanjaro. 2. To go on a safari and see lions, elephants, and other African wildlife up close. 3. To visit the amazing Victoria Falls in Zambia or Zimbabwe. 4. To relax on the beautiful beaches of Mauritius or Seychelles. 5. […]
“Whichever hand is cut, the whole body feels the pain.” This proverb from Madagascar perfectly sums up the importance of kindness and compassion. Kindness is an act of caring, generosity, and concern for others. It can involve giving someone a helping hand, offering words of encouragement, or simply lending a listening ear. Compassion is similar […]
Most people are trustworthy, but there are a few bad eggs out there. In this video, I’m going to talk about the truth about trusting people and how you can protect yourself from being taken advantage of. Hey everyone, my name is Simon Javan Okelo and in this video I’m going to talk about something […]
Travel In Africa is a weekly virtual event held every Wednesday at 11:00am PST on Clubhouse and YouTube to recruit One Vibe Experience participants and build a community of travel enthusiasts between Africa and the African Diaspora and connect them with the motherland through the One Vibe Experience, which is an opportunity for you to […]