“He who learns to eat without reservation must learn to starve.” – Equatorial Guinea Proverb It’s a harsh saying this one, but an ultimately true statement. Those who want to enjoy the world’s bounties without learning how to live with less will eventually find themselves going hungry. The ability to self-restrict is an important skill, […]
“Crawling on hands and knees has never prevented anyone from walking upright.” – Kenya proverb. This proverb speaks to the importance of determination and perseverance. No matter how difficult something may seem at first, it is always possible to overcome it with hard work and dedication. This proverb reminds us that we should never give […]
Greetings Village! #DailyAfricanProverbs takes us to #Ghana The proverb says: “The ruin of a nation begins in the homes of its people.”If the Ghana Proverb is to be believed, the key to a nation’s success lies in the homes of its people. After all, it is in the home that children are raised and values […]
Greetings Village! #DailyAfricanProverbs takes us to #Nigeria The proverb says: “He who is scared of words, has no heart for deeds.”This saying may also have a more serious meaning. It could be warning against the potential embarrassment of waking up with smelly hands, or it could be suggesting that itching anus can lead to more […]
Greetings Village! #DailyAfricanProverbs takes us to #Mauritius The proverb says: “The goat’s business is not the pig’s affair.” Have you ever had the experience of trying to help someone and then being told, “Mind your own business!”? Well, that’s the sentiment behind the Mauritius Proverb, “The goat’s business is not the pig’s affair.” In other […]
Greetings Village! #DailyAfricanProverbs takes us to #Madagascar The proverb says: ” Govern a country as you would roast a crocodile on a spit.”Anyone who has ever roasted a whole animal on a spit knows that it’s not a job for the faint of heart. First, you have to catch the croc – no easy feat! […]
Greetings Village! #DailyAfricanProverbs takes us to #Seychelles The proverb says: “He who is scared of words, has no heart for deeds.”If you’re afraid to speak up or stand up for what you believe in, then you’re not likely to take any meaningful action. This is true in all areas of life – from relationships to […]
Greetings Village! #DailyAfricanProverbs takes us to #Mauritius The proverb says: “He who sulks eats his own bellow.” This Mauritian proverb speaks to the importance of good cheer, even in the face of adversity. After all, no one wants to be around someone who is always sulking. Not only is it unpleasant for those around you, […]
Greetings Village! #DailyAfricanProverbs takes us to #Mozambique The proverb says: “Slander by the stream will be heard by the frogs.”If you’re going to gossip, be careful who you say it to because it might just come back to bite you. This proverb is a reminder that words are powerful things. They can build someone up […]
Greetings Village! #DailyAfricanProverbs takes us to #Seychelles The proverb says: “He who is scared of words, has no heart for deeds.”If you’re afraid to speak up or stand up for what you believe in, then you’re not likely to take any meaningful action. This is true in all areas of life – from relationships to […]