"If the cockroach wants to rule over the ..." - Sierra Leonean Proverb

“If the cockroach wants to rule over the chicken, it must hire the fox as a bodyguard.”

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Meaning

Those who seek power beyond their natural station must find powerful allies.

Cultural Context

Sierra Leone's Krio proverbs blend African and English influences. This witty observation speaks to political alliances and the realities of power dynamics.

Origin

Sierra Leonean

Language

Krio

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