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swahili [noun]

Harambee

Maana (Definition)

The Kenyan traditional philosophy of mutual assistance and community fundraising for social causes.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

community fundraising / joint effort

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

harambee

Asili na Utamaduni (Origin & Etymology): Swahili Cultural Concept
Mfano wa Sentensi (Example Sentence):

"Wanakijiji waliandaa harambee ya kujenga zahanati mpya."

Translation: Villagers organized a community fundraiser to build a new clinic.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):
Ushirikiano
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