A West African country known as the birthplace of voodoo, with historical kingdoms and growing cotton industry.
Example
We studied the ancient Kingdom of Dahomey in what is now modern Benin.
Bobo is a Liberian slang term for a deaf person or even a senseless person.
Example
Small more, you will be bobo.
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.
Imfusi is a Xhosa term that refers to a person who is born after twins, i.e a younger brother or sister of a twin.
Example
He was born after twins, that’s why they named him Mfusi.
A Southern African country with Victoria Falls, rich mineral resources, and economic challenges.
Example
Zimbabwe's Great Zimbabwe ruins are a UNESCO World Heritage site from an ancient civilization.
Nasty C is a South African rapper, songwriter, and record producer widely celebrated as one of Africa's most influential hip-hop figures.
Example
Have to go listen to that new Nasty C song
Ku bird is a term that means "it's bad". Like when the situation gets really really bad. People use "bird" because it sounds the same as "bad".
Example
I only have R3.50 in my bank account. Ku bird!
Qhoqhoqho is a Xhosa term for the trachea (windpipe/throat).
Example
Ndizakuqhawula uqhoqhoqho.
I will slit your throat.
To hang out, chill, or socialize with friends.
Example
I'm going to kucheza with my friends at the park this afternoon.
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