Proverb in the local language
Ngon àw mba tá, gèr mba.
Why it’s good to travel
Proverb's direct translation
First, the child goes on a trip, then he discovers the stranger.
Proverb's meaning
To know the customs of foreigners, one must travel.
Equivalent proverb
In Uganda they say that "a child who never visits others thinks that their mother is the best cook".
From: Sara of Chad
