Mothers of the Earth: A child´s first World

"A mother is a child's first world." – Swahili Proverb (Tanzania/Kenya)

This proverb reflects the deep connection between a mother and her child, symbolizing how a mother's care and love form the foundation of a child's understanding of the world. It originates from Swahili-speaking communities in East Africa, where oral traditions and sayings emphasize the nurturing and central role of mothers in family life.