Word of the Day — 15 Jul 2026
Kasi term that refers to soccer/football.
Example
Everyone in my neighbourhood loves diski.
A North African country with a rich history, vast Sahara desert, and Mediterranean coastline. Known for its oil reserves and vibrant culture.
Example
I visited Algiers, the capital of Algeria, to explore its fascinating mix of French and Arab influences.
Currency of Angola (AOA) issued by the National Bank of Angola. 1 Kwanza = 100 cêntimos.
Example
The kwanza was introduced in 1977 after independence from Portugal.
A derogatory term for foreigners in South African slang, particularly foreigners from African countries.
Can also be spelt as Kwirikwiri or kwarakwara.
Can also be spelt as Kwirikwiri or kwarakwara.
Example
Stop calling foreign people kwerekwere!
Dhloogle is a term used on X, formerly Twitter to refer to Sizwe Dhlomo’s tendency of “knowing” everything under the sun. You can ask him anything and he will have an answer. No articles, no references, just him being sure about everything.
Example
Guy 1: I just heard that in 1994, ANC won the elections but Nelson Mandela made the call to give it to the IFP for stability.
Guy 2: where did you hear that?
Guy 1: From Dhloogle.
Boda bodas are bikes used as public transport in East Africa.
Example
I got a boda boda to Ntinda
Moist is a slangs used in most boarding schools. Which means something that is not sweet.
Example
1. This boy too moist abeg
2. Wetin you talk moist
3. O boi moist
Afrikaners are a South African ethnic group descended from predominantly Dutch settlers first arriving at the Cape of Good Hope in the 17th and 18th centuries
Example
Contrary to popular belief, Afrikaners are also Africans.
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