Malegeni is a slang term used in Zambia to refer to a catapult or a slingshot. It is typically a Y-shaped wooden branch with rubber bands attached, used to shoot small stones or pellets.
Example
The politician waved a malegeni during the rally to make a symbolic statement against the government.
polyandry is a form of polygamy in which a woman takes two or more husbands at the same time.
Example
South African women are excited about polyandry but they can't even keep one man.
Bherhi is a Xhosa term for a homeless person.
Example
Did you see Thabo left home, ngu bherhi ngoku.
A local restaurant serving traditional Ghanaian food.
A person who does extra favors to get a favor
Example
The manager surrounded himself with sycophant who praised every decision, no matter how flawed
Mjondolo is another term for informal settlements (mkhukhu).
Example
There is an movement called Abahlali basemjondolo
Example
The first thing I would buy if I win the lotto is itransi.
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