Proverb in the local language
Meyek olenkaina ilala lenyena.
Why you should perform your duties
Proverb's direct translation
An elephant does not get tired of its tusks.
Proverb's meaning
You should perform your obligations without complaining.
From: Maasai of Kenya
General comments
This is a common African proverb. Among other countries, it or variations of it are found in Liberia, Nigeria, Uganda and Zimbabwe.
