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Leaving instructions to a child

Proverb in the local language
Vakuru vakati “Kuudza mwana hupedzisira”
Proverb's direct translation
If you want to leave instructions to a child the best time to do it is just before you go
Proverb's meaning
People have a tendency to forget quickly.
Equivalent proverb
Out of sight, out of mind.
From: Shona of Zimbabwe and Mozambique

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