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Nnewi

Modern-day Nnewi was the seat of the old Nnewi Kingdom, an Igbo kingdom that began in the 15th century. It was made up of four quarters: Otolo, Uruagu, Umudim, and Nnewichi. The people trace their origin to Mmaku and his descendants, though some traditions link …

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Chagga (Wachagga)

The Chagga live on the fertile slopes of Tanzania's Mount Kilimanjaro. The approximately 5 million of thier society have cultivated those lands for generations.

They are primarily know for thier leadership structure. Leadership in their society was historically organized through chieftaincies, where chiefs acted more as …

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Proverb

"when one comes to a small stream, one throws in a pole"

be cautious with dangerous or mysterious things before committing yourself

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Word

ọ́mā (oh-mah)

Ihe na-egosi ịdị mma, ịdị n’ezigbo ọnọdụ, ma ọ bụ ịdị n’usoro.

Something that is good, fine, or beautiful; expressing positive quality.

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