General

Kanya gatune ni mwamukaniro

A small red snuff-box or calabash is a welcome.

Direct Translation

A small red snuff-box or calabash is a welcome.

Meaning & Interpretation

Refers to a kikuyu custom of giving a pinch of snuff to their friends when they meet.

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.