Word of the Day — 25 Jul 2026
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Fanagalo or Fanakalo is an informal language mainly spoken in mines across South Africa. It is composed of frequently corrupted elements of the Nguni languages, English and Afrikaans.
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I knew they were Zama zamas because I heard them speaking Fanagalo.
The online betting site that's chowing 90% of South African men and a couple of women.
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Stop wasting your money on betting. Betway will kill you a real death.
Nyoviolas is a playful variation or nickname referencing South African rapper Cassper Nyovest, often styled as "Don Nyoviolas".
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Ola Nyoviolas, I am your biggest fan.
A soccer skill/move where a player puts the ball in between another player's legs.
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Did you see that shibobo from Messi?
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The franc was reintroduced in 1997 to replace the new zaire.
A landlocked Southern African country known for Victoria Falls, copper mining, and wildlife.
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Livingstone, Zambia is the gateway to Victoria Falls, one of the Seven Natural Wonders.
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