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African proverbs are a sample of the wisdom accumulated through years of tradition. Discover the wisdom behind the popular sayings of the African continent, which have captured their knowledge in phrases that will endure in memory.

These proverbs have given rise to sayings and aphorisms in cultures from other continents. They cover a variety of themes, always with the aim of guiding in life.

African culture is based on the observation of nature and human relationships, from which these fascinating African proverbs emerge that invite reflection on the essential values and themes of life.

These affirmations have been passed down from generation to generation, educating entire communities. African proverbs are truly beautiful and reflect the connection that this culture has with its ancestral beliefs, the way of living life, respecting the world and embracing the people around it.

Many of these proverbs are the basis for some of our popular phrases, since popular culture is the greatest source of wisdom and is transmitted, from generation to generation, through sayings, phrases that express moral thoughts, advice or teachings.