THE JEWEL IN THE FOREST

Africa,
The undiluted genealogy of humanity and humility
The undisputed abode of nature
Surrounded by wild bushes, forests, winding rivers, 
Uncountable mountains, endless valleys, sacred hills 
And unasailable caves

The breeding ground for crocodiles, Gorilla's, Lions, Buffalo's 
And unquantifiable exotic animals 
The domicile of moonlight tales;
Tales laced with valor and splendor 

Africa,
Where the stars and the moon defiantly compete 
To outshine, and out manoeuver each other 
And Sunshine and rain are a constant menace 

The home of Kings and Queen's 
Where the resonance of unquenchable laughter
Mimics the reverberating clap of thunder
Drowning and submerging the echoes of war and famine 
Like a sinking submarine.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2025

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