It is easier to carry an empty cup than one that is filled to the brim.
More African Proverbs:
It is only a mad dog that barks at a flying bird.African
A leopard is chasing us, and you are asking me, A leopard is chasing us, and you are asking me, "Is it a male or a female?"
African
You shouldn't leave your own fire ablaze to go and put out your neighbour's fire.
African
If you get rich, be in a dark corner when you jump for joy.
African
Too many calls confuse the dog.
African
A chief may have more wives than he can remember but you dare not try to share his wives with him.
African