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Swahili Proverbs and Wisdom Sayings Explained
Explore a collection of popular Swahili proverbs with interpretations and cultural context behind each saying.
The exact change
Before
The last proverb (Umoja ni nguvu) became Tanzania's unofficial national motto and is engraved on currency, government buildings, and political speeches.
After
The last proverb (Umoja ni nguvu) echoes the spirit of Tanzania's official national motto, Uhuru na Umoja (Freedom and Unity), which is the phrase actually engraved on Tanzanian currency and the national coat of arms.
Why this is better
Article claims the proverb 'Umoja ni nguvu, utengano ni udhaifu' (Unity is strength, division is weakness) 'became Tanzania's unofficial national motto and is engraved on currency, government building
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