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Shona Definition
English Translation
No matter how well-behaved or well-regarded a subordinate is, a charge against him should not be judged while he is away. Everyone deserves to be present to answer for himself.
Cultural Context
“Invoked to insist that a hearing be postponed until the accused person can attend and speak for himself.”
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