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Compiled and edited by Ndzimu-unami Emmanuel Moyo. The original collection includes English renderings for some proverbs and Kalanga explanations for others. Source numbers are retained for reference.
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1 proverb matching “Bala n'gombe dzikule , hunga ubalilanya nemakukuta”. Showing 1–1.
Proverb #18
Bala n'gombe dzikule , hunga ubalilanya nemakukuta
Literal English rendering To count the cattle which are not present is to count the hides as well
English meaning You can only be sure that your property is still available and yours if it is within your sight...!!!