Going downhill; not uphill April 2, 2023 By Africa Proverbs | Delete User Proverb in the local language Kutaura kudzikisira; kuita makata. Proverb's direct translationSpeech is like going downhill; action is like going uphill. Proverb's meaningDeeds; not words. Equivalent proverb Actions speak louder than words. From: Shona of Zimbabwe