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The child of an elephant will not be a dwarf

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The child of an elephant will not be a dwarf – Nigerian Proverb.

Today in history “Clement Isong
Nigerian banker, in Eket, Akwa Ibam State, British Nigeria. He was Chairman of the Central Bank of Nigeria for the tumultuous period of 1967 to 1975 that saw the Nigerian Civil War, which strained the national treasury, and the oil boom of the 1970s, which suddenly saw Nigeria’s government with too much revenue and too few local investment opportunities. His devotion to keeping down government debt set an example for all African nations to follow.” – Reference: Africa Today Yesterday.

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An eye that is crying still sees the road.

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An eye that is crying still sees the road. – African Proverb.

Today in history in 1957, “Aliko Dangote, a Nigerian business magnet, was born in Kano, Nigeria. The founder/CEO of the industrial conglomerate the Dangote Group, which includes Africa’s largest sugar refinery, he is the wealthiest person in African history (wealth through legitimate means). His worth is US$ 15.5 billion in 2024.” – Reference: Africa Today Yesterday

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When the rain falls, it will fall both on the freeborn and the slaves.

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Word of the Day: “When the rain falls, it will fall both on the freeborn and the slaves” – see explanation . Yoruba Proverb.

Today in history in 1924, “South Africa’s Industrial Conciliation Act goes into effect, prohibiting black South Africans from joining trade unions, and ensuring they have no remedy against poor pay and working conditions.” – Reference: Africa Today Yesterday

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The child of an elephant will not be a dwarf.

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The child of an elephant will not be a dwarf. – Yoruba Proverb.

Today in history in 1976, “Kunlé Adeyemi, a Nigerian architect was born in Kaduna, Nigeria. His father was the first Nigerian to open an architectural firm in Nigeria, and the son designed his first house when he was 16. In his designs he combines the needs of urban planning with exciting architectural displays for dozens of government-commissioned and private projects in Nigeria and abroad.” – Reference: Africa Today Yesterday

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Every dog is a lion at his own gate.

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Every dog is a lion at his own gate. – Central African Republic Proverb.

Today in history in 1966, “The Bouar Megaliths in Central African Republic are placed on UNESCO’s list of potential World Heritage Sites. Built in the Neolithic Period approximately 5,500 years ago, their meaning and use have been lost in time.” – Reference: Africa Today Yesterday

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The one who creates won’t let you get lost.

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Today in history in 2020, “Tunisia’s Central Bank issues its new 10 dinar note, and for the first time a woman appears on one of country’s banknotes. She is Dr. Tewhida ben Sheikh, born 1909 and died in 2010 at age 101, who was the first Muslim woman to become a doctor in North Africa.” – Reference: Africa Today Yesterday.

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If the shade does not reach the goat, the goat will seek shade.

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If the shade does not reach the goat, the goat will seek shade. Burkinababe Proverb.

Today in history in 1957, “Maurice Yaméogo, future first president of Upper Volta (Burkina Faso), uses direct campaigning at village marketplaces and meeting halls to pull off a victory over other political parties. His party wins all six seats in the legislative elections. He will soon begin a purge of political rivals, gaining further control of parliament, and with his party in control he will ban other political parties. Historians describe his rise to power as ending with a dictatorship for Upper Volta even before national independence in 1960.” – Reference: Africa Today Yesterday.

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He whose trousers are made of dry grass

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He whose trousers are made of dry grass should not warm himself at the fire. – Libyan Proverb.

Today in history in 193, “Roman Emperor Pertinax is assassinated by his own Pretorian Guard, who do it for profit (they will auction off his office to political rivals who want to rule ancient Rome). The killing sets the stage for the reign of the first Roman emperor born in Africa, Lucius Severus, who comes from a land that will become Libya.” – Reference: Africa Today Yesterday.

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The Story of African Proverbs

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Today, I have chosen to dance with African Proverbs, on a journey through the stories that they represent. I’m wondering what you make of each one of them? What they represent to you.

Personally, I can relate with some of these timeless stories. So have attempted using #AI to illustrate some of the African Proverbs.

I consider them as life lessons that emphasize the importance of humility, unity, and the wisdom in learning from every experience.

To me, these proverbs are cultural treasures and daily reminders that the essence of our shared humanity lies in our ability to learn, unlearn, relearn, grow, and come together.

Their value transcends borders, reminding us that in the complex structure of life, our most profound truths are often found in the simplest sayings.