An errand boy, one who does menial chores for another without pay, a follower or ‘willing slave’.
Example
Can you go to the shop for me?
You think I’m your bum-boy?
The best soccer team in Africa.
Example
Al Ahly beat Kaizer Chiefs 3-0 to claim the CAF Champions league.
Bemba refers to both an ethnic group and a language primarily found in Zambia. It is a Bantu language spoken by millions of people, making it one of the most widely spoken indigenous languages in Zambia.
Example
I need to relearn Bemba.
Xhosa term derived from Mntakabawo which directly translates to "My dad's child". This term doesn't necessarily refer to someone you are related to. It can be used to refer to a friend or any random person.
Example
I'm so tired mntkbw.
This is a slang word for R1000, that is 1 thousand South African rands.
The literal meaning of Stina is brick (in Zulu)
The literal meaning of Stina is brick (in Zulu)
Example
I only need 2 stina then I’ll be fine.
Skoli is a term mostly use in Cape Town that means a thief.
Example
You should be careful when walking here, there's a lot of skolis.
GNU, or Government of National Unity, is a government that was proposed by the ANC after they failed to achieve above 50% in the 2024 Elections. It entails forming a broad coalition government consisting of all parties represented in the national legislature.
Example
I don't know how to feel about this GNU.
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