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May. 2009: “A tree is known by its fruit. ” – Zulu (South Africa, Swaziland) Proverb

May 2009
Avoid Disruption of Harmony and Peace in Society

Ungichogotha nyoka, no nginya wiharirie kurumwo niyo.
(Gikuyu)

Ukichokoza nyoka, hauna budi hujitayarisha kuumwa
nayo.(Swahili)

If you rattle a snake, you should be prepared to be
bitten by it. (English)


Gikuyu (Kenya) Proverb


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