Much of Africas history has been passed on through the generations orally. One consequence of this is that traditional wisdom has been crystallized in the form of proverbs.

Meaning: A kraal is a homestead. If you keep moving, you wont settle down or be forced to settle down.

Meaning: If you want to build self-esteem, you need to practice looking for good qualities in others and appreciating them. This in itself is a virtue, which will build goodness in you.

When you bite indiscriminately, you end up eating your own tail.

Meaning: Think before you act, especially when acting out of anger or fear. Plan your actions carefully so you dont make things worse.

Meaning: Things arent always as they seem at first glance, so be careful what you wish for; it may not be what is best for you.

Old age doesnt announce itself at the gate of the kraal.

Meaning: Old age sneaks up on you; it doesnt simply arrive one day when you are expecting it.