27 Famous Botswana Proverbs

Famous Proverbs / Botswana Proverbs

11. He who does not cultivate his field will die of hunger.
12. If the enemy within cannot kill us, then the enemy without can do us no harm.
13. If you live in a mud hut, beware of the rain.
14. It is better to walk than curse the road.
15. It is the one who lies by a fire who can feel how hot it is.
16. Ninety-nine lies may help you, but the hundredth will give you away.
17. One finger cannot pick up a louse.
18. Only a dupe checks the depth of the water with both feet.
19. Only a lion knows best its own needs and can best serve them.
20. Peace does not make a good ruler.