Regardless of all facts presented before me, I reiterate that my misinformed, obscure perspective is still valid whether you like it or not.
Example

Oksalayo Kaizer Chiefs is still the best team in the country.

Varsity Dude 30 April 2021
A younger person, especially a younger male such as a younger brother or son.
Example

Come here my laaitie

Mr Trends 10 July 2020

To become suddenly rich or hit a big financial break.
Example

Since he hammer, he don change car.

Africtionary AI 26 July 2026
Whenever President Cyril Ramaphosa sets up a time to address the country about Covid.
Example

There will be another family meeting, I hope he doesn't ban alcohol again.

Mr Trends 22 April 2021

A widely used noun and verb for an outdoor β€˜barbecue’ where meat is cooked over a fire or coal. A braai is a popular social event in South Africa and even has its own dedicated public holiday, known as National Braai Day, which coincides with Heritage Day celebrated annually on September 24.
Example

Let's go buy some beer and some meat for tonight's braai.

DRex 16 July 2020
Imama is a term that's been trending on social media that means a woman or a girlfriend.
Example

Imama must be beautiful unprovoked.

Skhokho 13 October 2022

The word that refers to when the head has been shaved to be bald.
Example

Men with chiskop are a bit scary.

Mr Trends 16 November 2020
Inja is a Nguni term for a dog.
Example

Lo mjita yinja.
This guy is a dog.

LinguistZA 26 June 2024

Chaley is a way to address a friend. It originates from the Ga language but is widely used in Accra and other parts of Ghana by both Ga speakers and non-speakers.
Example

As a Greeting: "Chaley, how far?" means "Hey my friend, what's up?"

To Emphasize a Point: Stretching the wordβ€”"Chaleyyyyy!"β€”is often used to express extreme surprise, admiration, or exaggeration.

Kofi 17 July 2026
Zama Zamas is a name given to illegal miners in South Africa. They find abandoned mines and start mining.
Example

Zama Zamas will stop at nothing to mine what they want.

CG 03 November 2022


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