Bafana Maths refers to the calculations Bafana Bafana usually does before qualifying for a major tournament. It usually entails β€œif team A wins, team B draws, and we win by so many goals, then we qualify”
Example

We need Nigeria to beat Benin and we beat Rwanda, then we’ll qualify for the World Cup. My Bafana Maths is on point now.

Zama 14 October 2025
Showing a critical or disrespectful attitude.
Example

she keeps telling me I'm fat and she is always making derogatory remarks.

Zet 14 June 2021

Open-air museum of ancient temples and tombs on the Nile River.
Example

Luxor's Karnak Temple complex covers over 200 acres.

Travel Admin 23 June 2025
Amabutho are Zulu regiments (military units / warriors). During wars, amabutho used to be the first line of defence to protect the land, women and children from invaders.
Singular: Ibutho
Example

The Zulu King was protected by Amabutho.

DRex 08 May 2021

Ingwe in a Xhosa and Zulu word for a leopard.
Example

Ingwe idla ngamabala.

Khingh 21 September 2025
This is a Kasi term for a very attractive lady.
Example

Dai girl li shambula πŸ”₯

CG 16 February 2023

To handle something smartly or discreetly arrange it.
Example

Just code am make nobody know.

Admin 26 July 2026

Paa

Very or a lot; an intensifier from Twi.
Example

I dey hungry paa.

Admin 26 July 2026

General term used by people in politics (comrades) and Tenderpreneurs to refer to each other.
Example

No one:
Comrade: Why are you being emotional, chief? Politics are not for the weak.

DRex 24 July 2020
To understand or catch on; also to be in a tough situation.
Example

You barb what I dey talk?

Africtionary AI 26 July 2026


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