Word of the Day [21 Mar 2026]
garri
Garri, pronounced gah-ree,, is made from granulated cassava, a root vegetable that's poisonous unless you peel and cook it first. Commonly found in West Africa, there are two types of garri: yellow and white. The flavor depends on how long it's been fermented and the presence of palm oil.
The prices of staple foods such as rice, beans and garri have increased astronomically.
Sisekakeni
Sisekakeni is a general Xhosa phrase that means we are in trouble. It directly translates to "we are in shit" or "we are in deep shit"
Friend: The petrol prices went up again.
Me: Sisekakeni
Black Juice
Another name for Carling Black Label. South Africa's favourite beer. Some may call it Zamalek.
Yho the babalaas you would swear I was drinking Black Juice.
Jou mase gat
This is an Afrikaans swear term that directly translates to “your mother’s vagina”. It’s similar to jou mase poes.
Voetsek with your nonsense, Jou mase gat.
After Tears
A party/celebration held after a funeral to celebrate the deceased person's life.
Where are we having the After Tears?