"Children are the reward of life." - Congolese Proverb

“Children are the reward of life.”

- Congolesefamily

Meaning

Having children is the greatest blessing and purpose of existence.

Across the Congo Basin, large families are celebrated. Children ensure continuity of lineage and provide care for aging parents.

Origin

Congolese

Language

Lingala

“It takes a village to raise a child.”

Igbo

“A tree is known by its fruit.”

Zulu

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