"The chicken that stays near its mother e..." - Ghanaian Proverb

“The chicken that stays near its mother eats the best grain.”

- Ghanaianfamily

Meaning

Children who remain close to family benefit from its protection and provision.

Akan families reward loyalty to the maternal line. Children who maintain close ties receive the best opportunities and inheritance.

Origin

Ghanaian

Language

Twi

“The old woman looks after the child to grow its teeth, and the young one in turn looks after the old woman when she loses hers.”

Akan

“A child who asks questions does not become a fool.”

Igbo

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