African Proverbs

Here are some of the very best of Ghanaian proverbs .  1.  Asɛm sɛ bɛ. literally (Problems deserve proverbs) This is considered the greatest proverb. Don't say a proverb, unless it is absolutely necessary. Proverbs must be apt to the situation. 2.  Apɛtuprɛ se ɛnyɛ ne su nyinaa na ɛyɛ nisuo. ɛbi yɛ sereɛ. literally (The bird "Apɛtuprɛ" says not all her tears are tears of sorrow. some are tears of joy) Every cloud has a silver lining. Amidst misfortune, or problems, there are often happy times. It also means that when people complain, they often hide the benefits they gained.  3.  It is the stubborn goat that gets the best fodder.  People who complain, get their problems solved.  4. Nyansapɔ wɔsane no badwemma.  literally (Wise knots are loosened by wise men) The symbol conveys the idea that a wise person has the capacity to choose the best means to attain a goal 5. Ɔkusie nya fufuo a anka ɔbɛdi nanso wɛdro na ankɔ ne buo mu. literal...