Word of the Day [02 Jul 2026]
Madibas
A term used in South Africa to refer to money. Madiba is Nelson Mandela's clan name and his face is on the South African bank notes, hence the term.
I can’t come if there’s no Madibas.
Kenyan Shilling
Currency of Kenya (KES) issued by the Central Bank of Kenya. 1 Shilling = 100 cents.
Banknotes feature Kenya's first president Jomo Kenyatta and wildlife.
Ramabillion
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.
Don't worry, President Ramabillion has promised us a R350 covid grant.
Lesufism
The act of pretending to be doing something while doing absolutely nothing. It was perfected by Panyaza Lesufi, Bheki Cele and Fikile Mbalula.
Lesufism involves; a strong PR team, looking busy, taking pictures, and garnering a huge following.
Nothing will happen there, they will just take pictures and address the people. That’s lesufism for you.
Gqwirhy
Gqirhy or gqwirhi is an informal Xhosa term used to refer to jealous or black magic tendencies.
I bought this car last month and today someone stole it. Yhu ni gqwirhy kulendawo
Eish
Form of exclamation used to express a range of emotions, such as surprise, annoyance, or dissapointment.
Eish, I will stop supporting Kaizer Chiefs because they are always losing.