Greetings Village! #DailyAfricanProverbs takes us to #Sudan The Proverb says: “If Nakedness promises you a piece of cloth, ask him his name.” Nakedness is often viewed as a enemy of modesty, but in many cultures it is seen as natural and beautiful. In some cultures, people go about their daily lives completely naked, without any […]
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Daily African Proverbs and Quotes | AFIA Podcast 
The African Father in America podcast is presented by Simon Javan Okelo. Join him as he discusses daily African proverbs with guests on Clubhouse and YouTube every Monday to Friday at 6 am PST/4 pm EAT to find out what they mean and how you can apply them in your life today. #Afiapodcast is available on all podcasting platforms.
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In each episode, Simon has a conversation with a guest about a different African proverb. They’ll discuss what the proverb means and how it can be applied to modern life. Whether you’re looking to learn more about your heritage or just want some sage wisdom for your day-to-day, this podcast is for you.
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Greetings Village! #DailyAfricanProverbs takes us to #Equatorial Guinea The Proverb says: “The bird which flaps its wings too much will drop its feathers.” Equatorial Guinea is a small country located on the west coast of Africa. The country is home to a variety of different cultures and languages, including Spanish, French, and Portuguese. Proverbs are […]
Greetings Village! #DailyAfricanProverbs takes us to #Cameroon The Proverb says: “Lying can get you a wife, but it won’t keep her.” If you’re looking for a wife, it’s important to put your best foot forward. After all, first impressions are everything. So if you want to make a good impression, you might be tempted to […]
Greetings Village! #DailyAfricanProverbs takes us to #Angola The Proverb says: “Labor has a sure reward.” Angola is a country located on the western coast of Africa. It is a former Portuguese colony that gained independence in 1975. The official language of Angola is Portuguese, but there are many other languages spoken in the country, including […]
Greetings Village! #DailyAfricanProverbs takes us to #Ethiopia The Proverb says: “Cow dung cannot be gathered where no cow has been.” This proverb from Ethiopia is a wise one that can be applied to many situations in life. If you want something, you have to put in the work to get it. This is true in […]
Greetings Village! #DailyAfricanProverbs takes us to #Gambia The Proverb says: “However black a cow is, the milk is always white.” The milk always comes out white, no matter what color the cow is. That’s just how it is. You could have a black and white cow, a brown and white cow, or even a purple […]
Greetings Village! #DailyAfricanProverbs takes us to #Nigeria The Proverb says: “It takes a whole village to raise a child.” The saying “it takes a village to raise a child” is often used to emphasize the importance of community in the development of young people. Although the proverb originated in Nigeria, it is now used by […]
Greetings Village! #DailyAfricanProverbs takes us to #Mauritius The Proverb says: “When a leader changes mood, followers change places of their abode.” If you’ve ever had a boss who was in a bad mood, you know how quickly the mood can change in a office. The same is true for leaders. When a leader is in […]
Greetings Village! #DailyAfricanProverbs takes us to #Seychelles The Proverb says: “A dog that lives on the bank of a brook never tires of lapping the water.” It’s no secret that dogs love water. They’ll happily splash around in a puddle, play in the sprinklers, or go for a swim at the beach. But why is […]
Greetings Village! #DailyAfricanProverbs takes us to #Moambique The Proverb says: “On a dead tree there are no monkeys” In many parts of the world, monkeys are seen as playful and mischievous creatures. They are often portrayed in children’s stories and movies as climbers and acrobats, frolicking among the branches of trees. However, in Mozambique, there […]