The generation of people who are sad during the week and extremely happy on weekends. You will see them with their Savannas on their heads, dancing to amapiano.
Example

"We are a sad generation with happy pictures"
I am a proud member of the "sad generation".

Mbali 26 April 2021
South African slang-term used as a direct substitute for the words “I’m sorry”. Pronounced as Hah-deh.
Example

Big Bro: Who ate the mnyanelis I left in fridge?!
You: It was me big bro, hade.

Big Saint 18 March 2023

A South African dance where the person squats and kicks at the same time. It is one of the most popular dances in South Africa.
Example

Look at how she does the vosho. You can see that she is a regular at groove.

Mbali 09 April 2021
Umahlalela is a Xhosa term for an unemployed person.
Example

uRamaphosa uyamthanda umahlalela, uvele amnike iR350.
Ramaphosa loves the unemployed, he just gives them R350.

MXhosa 09 January 2022

Red City known for souks, palaces, and the bustling Jemaa el-Fnaa square.
Example

Marrakesh's Bahia Palace showcases exquisite Moroccan craftsmanship.

Travel Admin 23 June 2025
South Africa is a country on the southernmost tip of the African continent.
Example

I was born and bred in South Africa.

MXhosa 10 May 2022

Ganja is a widely used term to refer to weed or marijuana.
Example

I'm gonna go home and smoke some ganja.

Chief 23 May 2025
Mandla Ncikazi (born 16 February 1969) is a Plumber And South African professional soccer former player who is part of the technical staff at South African Premier Division club Orlando Pirates.
Example

When someone arms are Crossed , with shoulders pulled together and hands that rub over the arms or sides (a self-soothing motion). Slower movements than usual. Half-formed movements, as if the character doesn't have the energy for more. You can then refer that person as Mandla Ncikazi

Mcebisi Ngubane 10 June 2022

Word used to express disbelief, surprise, dissatisfaction
Example

Bathong...he really ate all those chilli's

Pooler 09 June 2022
East Africa A vagina
Example

Man, I haven't eaten a mbususu for a while

Doctor Dyaboli 24 March 2023


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