General

Mũgeni nĩ rũũĩ

A visitor is like a flowing river.

Direct Translation

A visitor is like a flowing river.

Meaning & Interpretation

A guest is only passing through and will eventually leave, so treat them with utmost hospitality while they are with you.

About Kenyan Proverbs

Proverbs are an integral part of Kenyan oral tradition, carrying the wisdom of our ancestors. They are used to teach moral values, settle disputes, and pass down cultural knowledge through generations.