Word of the Day — 15 Nov 2026
The term Cape Flats refers to a flat, sandy stretch of land which is located on the outskirts of the city of Cape Town. It has been accurately described as the "dumping ground of apartheid" and it is here that people of colour (non-whites in "old South Africa" language) were relocated to in terms of the infamous Group Areas Act.
Example
I am from the Cape Flats where we hear gunshots every night.
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GALXBOY is a South African streetwear brand which has its roots in the underground and rebellious youth street culture that dominates the urban centres of Mzansi.
Example
I am buying myself some GALXBOY clothes when I get paid.
A person who does extra favors to get a favor
Example
The manager surrounded himself with sycophant who praised every decision, no matter how flawed
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 landlocked country with rich natural resources but political instability, featuring rainforests and savannas.
Example
The Central African Republic has struggled with conflict despite its mineral wealth.
Qhoqhoqho is a Xhosa term for the trachea (windpipe/throat).
Example
Ndizakuqhawula uqhoqhoqho.
I will slit your throat.
Borga is a Ghanaian slang used to describe a man who just returned from overseas. Usually such a man dresses flamboyantly with chains and rings.
Example
“My brother has just returned from overseas.”
“Oh nice. The borga has landed!”
A Sowetan term used to identify a certain opportunistic behaviour in people. e.g. slay queens
Example
Ngwano ke mokotjo!
A term your Skrr skrr kids use to refer to covid-19 (Coronavirus).
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