Category: People
Despite the recent false trends to redefine this prestigious Surname. The Mabena name comes from a long history, stemming from the early Zulu tribe. The people are know as gentle, smart and hardworking. Which comes from their long history where they fought hard to gain independence in a war torn era. They are generally based in the Southern part of Africa. However a significant portion can be found in Europe and North America. To try and define the name Mabena is false as it refers to a group of people as many surnames do. Instead a recognition of the prestige and long history of the name is what matters most. After all, the Mabena name is a noun and can or should not be used as an adjective or verb.
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The leader of the community was John Mabena.
A person who is not scared of anything. Willing to risk it all, including career and own life for a man.
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I got myself igudumana, I’m sorted for life.
A revered gay celebrity (Somizi Mhlongo) in South Africa. The name has come to identify a gay person.
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Girl 1: Check out that fine guy in a blue shirt.
Girl 2: Don't even bother, he's a Somizi.
A team that got beaten 5 - 2 by Sundowns (the best football team in Africa)
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Don’t worry about that team. It’s an Al Ahly.
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Yho I haven’t seen la poni in a while.
A domkop is a name given to someone who is an idiot.
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You can be a domkop sometimes 🤦🏽♂️
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As soon as he gets paid, his money goes to iskopari.
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