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Squirrel loses throne to Lion after Mole discovers water in Angolan folktale teaching wisdom and self-control.

How the Squirrel Lost the Throne: An Angolan Folktale that Teaches Lessons on Wisdom and Self-Control

Long ago, in the lands of the Kimbundu people of Angola, the animals gathered to choose a ruler. The forest was alive with chatter as they spoke of leadership, justice, and who among them could guide their community with wisdom. After much talk, their eyes fell upon Squirrel. Agile and bright-eyed, he seemed clever enough to lead, and the animals believed

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