South Africa

Barcadi

A type of House Music that’s popular in Pitori.
Example

I will choose Barcadi over Amapiano any day.

Skhokho • 15 February 2023
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South Africa

Poni

Iponi is a term they use in Gqeberha for a guy, a gent, a bro. Sort of Mjita.
Example

Yho I haven’t seen la poni in a while.

MXhosa • 08 March 2023
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South Africa

2 Bob

2 bob refers to the 20 cent coin
Example

Uncle: My boy, go buy me some bread at the shop, I will give you 2 bob when you come back.

Chief • 24 July 2020
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South Africa

Iceboy

An iceboy / ice boy is a broke guy who drinks with guys who have money (usually guys he grew up with). They send him around to buy ice, open the beers for them and do all crazy things because he does not contribute financially.
Example

Don't be fooled by all that alcohol he is carrying, he is just an iceboy and not the moreki.

Varsity Dude • 05 May 2021
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South Africa
isiZulu

Madumbe

South African potato-like tuber (Colocasia esculenta and Colocasia antiquorum), cultivated mostly in KwaZulu-Natal, greyish in colour and rather tasty. From the isiZulu amadumbe .
Example

When I go to KZN, I have to get myself amadumbe.

DRex • 05 May 2021
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Kenya

Kenyan Shilling

Currency of Kenya (KES) issued by the Central Bank of Kenya. 1 Shilling = 100 cents.
Example

Banknotes feature Kenya's first president Jomo Kenyatta and wildlife.

Travel Admin • 21 July 2025
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Egypt

Cairo

Egypt's sprawling capital on the Nile, home to ancient pyramids and modern urban life.
Example

Cairo's Khan el-Khalili bazaar has been trading since the 14th century.

Travel Admin • 23 June 2025
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South Africa
isiXhosa

Sloti

Isloti is a Xhosa slang term for a drinking place (tavern or bar).
Example

Umama uvule isloti pha endlini.



My mom opened a tavern at home.

Xhosa Nostra • 10 June 2026
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South Africa

IFP

Inkatha Freedom Party also known as IFP is a right-wing political party in South Africa. It usually challenges ANC in KZN.
Example

IFP is losing votes to MK in KZN.

OD • 31 May 2024
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Zimbabwe

Umthondo

Offensive. Refers to a penis
Example

She just wants umthondo wami

uCrist • 03 July 2021
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