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Illustration of Frog confronting Hawk in Bakongo folktale from Congo, reclaiming his debt through wit and persistence.

The Frog and the Hawk: A Debt Repaid | A Bakongo Folktale, DR Congo.

Long ago, the Hawk lived high above in sky-land, soaring freely through the clouds, while the Frog dwelled humbly upon the earth among rivers and swamps. One day, the Hawk descended to visit his earthbound friend, the Frog. His face was grave, and his tone was urgent as he said, “Friend Frog, I am in great difficulty. Will you kindly

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