Word of the Day [16 Feb 2026]
Asbonge
Asbonge is a Zulu term for "Let's give thanks" or "Let's be thankful"
Beke le beke asbonge bafethu.
Angolan Kwanza
Currency of Angola (AOA) issued by the National Bank of Angola. 1 Kwanza = 100 cêntimos.
The kwanza was introduced in 1977 after independence from Portugal.
amaWaka Waka
A term used in South African high schools—coined by the Matric Class of 2024—to refer to students born in 2010 during the FIFA World Cup hosted in South Africa. The nickname comes from the tournament’s official anthem, “Waka Waka (This Time for Africa)” by Shakira. It’s commonly used to refer to Grade 8 learners of 2024, most of whom were born that year.
Eish, amaWaka Waka were making noise while we were writing.
Woto Woto
Often heard in football commentary, woto woto describes relentless attack or punishment. In casual conversations, it’s used to describe someone who’s taking a figurative “beating” in an argument or facing harsh circumstances.
"The strikers gave him woto woto" implies they played aggressively, leaving no room for escape.