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English: Elder

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Pre-colonial context

Elders served as judges, advisors, and custodians of law in pre-colonial African societies.

In other languages

Luo
Jaduong'
Luhyapre-colonial
Omukhulundu
Senior; old man; person with authority.
Wanga · KE
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