Proverb in the local language
Tshisima tsha kule tshi vhulaisa dora.
A well too far…
Proverb's direct translation
A well that is located far away will keep you thirsty.
Proverb's meaning
A solution that is very far won't solve your immediate problem.
From: Venda of South Africa
General comments
In Uganda they say "A stick that is far doesn't beat a snake".
