"The banana plant bears fruit only once, ..." - Ugandan Proverb

“The banana plant bears fruit only once, then it dies so its offspring may grow.”

- Ugandannature

Meaning

Some sacrifices are necessary for the next generation to thrive.

Uganda, the world's largest banana consumer, deeply understands this cycle. The parent plant's death nourishes the suckers that replace it.

Origin

Ugandan

Language

Luganda

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