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A woman’s polite devotion is her greatest beauty.
― African Proverbs

If you offend, ask for a pardon; if offended forgive.
― African Proverbs

Every misfortune is a blessing.
― African Proverbs

Cross the river in a crowd and the crocodile won’t eat you
― African Proverbs

If you find no fish, you have to eat bread.
― African Proverbs

You do not teach the paths of the forest to an old gorilla.
― African Proverbs

Hurry, hurry has no blessings.
― African Proverbs

A friend is someone you share the path with.
― African Proverbs

If you find “Miss This Year” beautiful, then you’ll find “Miss Next Year” even more so.
― African Proverbs

Speak softly and carry a big stick; you will go far.
― African Proverbs

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