Umuntu ngumuntu ngabantu.

“A person is a person through other people.”

Humanity and identity are shaped through relationships and community — the Ubuntu philosophy.

Akukho mpukane inqakulela enye.

“One fly does not provide for another.”

Each person must work for their own living; nobody can be idle and expect others to provide.

Ikhiwane elihle ligcwala izibungu.

“The nice fig is often full of worms.”

Attractive appearances can conceal hidden flaws or trouble.

Inkunzi isematholeni.

“The bull is among the calves.”

Today's great leaders were once ordinary, inexperienced beginners.

Indlela ibuza kwabaphambili.

“The way forward is asked from those who went ahead.”

Seek guidance and advice from those with more experience.

Akukho mango ongenaliba.

“There is no hillside without a grave.”

Death touches every place and everyone; it is universal and inevitable.