Word of the Day — 28 Aug 2026
A term used when someone tags along with a couple, either on a date or when they are just chilling.
Example
I'm tired of always being the one holding a candle. I need a girlfriend.
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This is a South African way of saying Barbecue.
Example
Tonight, we deserve to have braai and celebrate the great year we've had
Nongendi is a Xhosa word/name for a nun. It directly translates to “one who cannot get married”.
Example
Usisi wam nguNongendi.
My sister is a nun.
Asbonge is a Zulu term for "Let's give thanks" or "Let's be thankful"
Example
Beke le beke asbonge bafethu.
This refers to President Cryil Ramaphosa. He was given this nickname after he announced R500 billion Covid-19 relief fund. He was throwing billions like he was throwing boxing punches.
Example
Don't worry, President Ramabillion has promised us a R350 covid grant.
A Central African country with rainforests, the Congo River, and significant oil and timber resources.
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Brazzaville, the capital of Congo, faces Kinshasa across the Congo River.
Tunisia's Mediterranean capital blending Arab medina and French colonial zones.
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Tunis' Bardo Museum houses the world's finest Roman mosaics.
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The naira was introduced in 1973 to replace the pound.
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Kwesta is my favourite South African rapper.
A gullible person who is easily deceived, especially a scam victim.
Example
Dem catch am like maga.
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