Proverb in the local language
Kuongola mtengo mpoyamba.
When to straighten a tree
Proverb's direct translation
A tree is straightened while it is still young.
Proverb's meaning
Corrections must be made when one is still young. Once one is old, it's harder to change their habits.
From: Chewa
General comments
The Chewa are found in Malawi and Zambia. A similar proverb is found in Uganda.
