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Three friends in life

Simon Okelo

CEO & Founder, Madaraka Festival | Media & Events Strategist | Podcast Host | Recording Artist | Storyteller & Cultural Curator | Community Builder

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"There are three friends in life: courage, sense, and insight." This #Nigerian proverb is deep, but it's a reminder that applying these three friends will enrich your #life, and for me wearing my long hair indicates courage. What do you wear to feel courageous?

Join me tomorrow morning at 7:00 am PST in the African Father In America Club at Clubhouse for the Daily African Proverbs

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Three friends in life

Simon Okelo

CEO & Founder, Madaraka Festival | Media & Events Strategist | Podcast Host | Recording Artist | Storyteller & Cultural Curator | Community Builder

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