African Proverb of the Day: “Until a lion learns to write, every story will glorify the hunter” offers a powerful lesson ...

The African proverb “Until a lion learns to write” explores how storytellers shape narratives, offering a timeless lesson on perspective, voice, power and the importance of hearing every side.

Though oftentimes we tend to believe that life is unfair and there is no natural justice, old sayings like this restore our faith in the ultimate karma, which is how life balances itself. This African ...

According to the African proverb, its wise to thoroughly test new pursuits while maintaining the strength of existing support ...

One should not let their mouth carry them where their foot can't bring them back. It means do not say anything without thinking, out of rage, and regret later because you can't take back those words.

An African proverb offers a timeless lesson on marriage and lasting love, reminding us that true happiness comes from ...

Ancient proverbs often survive because they capture complicated truths in remarkably few words. Across Africa, generations have relied on these sayings to pass down observations about human nature, ...

Our minds recall details when personal value or emotional stakes are involved. Forgetfulness often stems from a lack of genuine interest or consequence. This African proverb highlights how personal ...

Goal 16: Peace and Justice – Promote peaceful and inclusive societies for sustainable development, provide access to justice for all and build effective, accountable and inclusive institutions at all ...

The proverb is most prominently traced to West Africa particularly within the Yoruba and Igbo cultures of Nigeria, as well as parts of Ghana (Akan tradition). In these agrarian societies, food is not ...