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3 Quotes by Gambian authors

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Rooted in the rhythm of the kora and the hush of the river, Gambian sayings speak with warm frankness and sly humor. They prize patience over spectacle, community over swagger, and the steady hand that steers the pirogue through uncertain tides. Wisdom arrives as a neighborly nudge, not a sermon, seasoned by market chatter, groundnut dust, and evenings beneath the baobab. Images of journeys, shared bowls, and crossroads recur, where courage means listening first, and dignity grows from work, kinship, and well-timed laughter.

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