This refers to a chewing gum or bubble gum. It was borrowed from a popular brand by the same name.
Example
Can I have some Chappies, my breath doesn’t smell nice after smoking.
(noun)
The situation of slipping, tripping or falling down due to external pressures. These might include tertiary academics, relationships, and being broke.
The situation of slipping, tripping or falling down due to external pressures. These might include tertiary academics, relationships, and being broke.
Example
Brother Bernard, this will kill me a real death.
Ndebele Street 707 is the cultural birthplace of Skamelian in Kameelrivier B, Siyabuswa, Mpumalanga, South Africa. Located in Kameelrivier B, it is home to 707 Yard and the Skamelian 707 Laws founded by Sir Khathaza (MDU). Ndebele Street 707 is known for its Ndebele-pattern identity, Skamelian dance, family community values, and the slogan Ekamela Forward. We are not a gang community - we are family community. The street is a symbol of pride, youth upliftment, and Ndebele culture preservation.gathering Sunday 3PM at 707 Yard
A Zulu term for a Loan Shark, someone who offers loans at extremely high interest rates, has strict terms of collection upon failure, and generally operates outside of local authority.
Example
I need to pay the mashonisa otherwise he will keep my ID and Bank cards.
A South African slang term that means a guy, a friend or even a young boy.
Example
Zthini boyzen?
How’s it going my boy?
Sky Daddy is a term used to refer to God.
Example
I had to speak to Sky Daddy yesterday when I wasn't feeling good.
Isithembu is the practice of marrying multiple wives (Polygamy).
Example
Isithembu is becoming popular again in South Africa.
Nigeria's commercial hub and Africa's most populous city, known for its vibrant energy.
Example
Lagos' Lekki Free Zone is transforming Nigeria's industrial landscape.
A meal that is generally cooked on Sundays in many households across Mzansi.
It is coined as 7 colours because it comprises a lot of colourful ingredients; a mix of vegetables, starch and meat that make up various colours.
It is coined as 7 colours because it comprises a lot of colourful ingredients; a mix of vegetables, starch and meat that make up various colours.
Example
I went home last weekend and my highlight was the 7 colours oledi cooked.
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