You inherit from the dead, not from the sick.
More Congolese Proverbs:
Wood may remain ten years in the water, but it will never become a crocodile.Congolese
Woe to the high spirited bride whose mother-in-law is still alive.
Congolese
You do not teach the paths of the forest to an old gorilla.
Congolese
When the bee comes to your house, let her have beer; you may want to visit the bee's house some day.
Congolese
Two birds disputed about a kernel, when a third swooped down and carried it off.
Congolese
Lower your head modestly while passing, and you will harvest bananas.
Congolese