Tikoloshe
In Zulu/Xhosa mythology, Tikoloshe, Tokoloshe, Tokolotshe, De'Avion or Hili is a dwarf-like water sprite. It is considered a mischievous and evil spirit that can become invisible by drinking water or swallowing a stone. Tokoloshes are called upon by malevolent people to cause trouble for others.
*My child misbehaves*
Me: If you don't behave, I will call the tikoloshe to beat you.
Zama Zamas
Zama Zamas is a name given to illegal miners in South Africa. They find abandoned mines and start mining.
Zama Zamas will stop at nothing to mine what they want.
Derogatory
Showing a critical or disrespectful attitude.
she keeps telling me I'm fat and she is always making derogatory remarks.