African proverbs of wisdom and love of mothers, may the blessings of motherly love flow like a river through your heart forever more.

African Mother and child in Mugunga Rwanda

Every mother leaves her footprints African-Proverb

A mother is like a kernel, crushed by problems but strong enough to overcome them African-Proverb

The strength of a mother is in the ears and on the lips. Mali-Proverb

Who built the drum knows best what is inside Burundi-Proverb

Alone a child runs fast, with a mother slow, but together they go far African-Proverb

If you educate the mother, you have educated the child Burundi-Proverb

The eagle does not hunt flies African-Proverb

A fine cage will not feed the bird African-Proverb

What is learned in the cradle lasts until the grave African-Proverb

We worry about what a child will become tomorrow, yet we forget that he is someone today.

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Archive Inquiries

Why "The African Gourmet" if you're an archive?

The name reflects our origin in 2006 as a culinary anthropology project. Over 18 years, we've evolved into a comprehensive digital archive preserving Africa's cultural narratives. "Gourmet" now signifies our curated approach to cultural preservation—each entry carefully selected and contextualized.

What distinguishes this archive from other cultural resources?

We maintain 18 years of continuous cultural documentation—a living timeline of African expression. Unlike static repositories, our archive connects historical traditions with contemporary developments, showing cultural evolution in real time.

How is content selected for the archive?

Our curation follows archival principles: significance, context, and enduring value. We preserve both foundational cultural elements and timely analyses, ensuring future generations understand Africa's complex cultural landscape.

What geographic scope does the archive cover?

The archive spans all 54 African nations, with particular attention to preserving underrepresented cultural narratives. Our mission is comprehensive cultural preservation across the entire continent.

Can researchers access the full archive?

Yes. As a digital archive, we're committed to accessibility. Our 18-year collection is fully searchable and organized for both public education and academic research.

How does this archive ensure cultural preservation?

Through consistent documentation since 2006, we've created an irreplaceable cultural record. Each entry is contextualized within broader African cultural frameworks, preserving not just content but meaning.