Word of the Day [04 Sep 2026]
Mageza
Short for Magezel'empompeni, is a derogatory name used to refer to a taxi driver. The word directly translates to "the one who baths from a tap". The name originates from that stereotype that taxi drivers have a long distance relationship with water.
Abo mageza from Jozi are so rude and funny at the same time.
Hhayi bo (haibo)
It is not Xhosa but Zulu phrase meaning to disapprove an act. It goes together with phrases like, kahle no, musa bo, woza bo, mana no, etc
Hhayi bo wnzani?
Cut Soap For Me
The term is believed to have originated from internet fraudsters, popularly known as Yahoo boys. In Nigerian pop culture, it has become an alternative way of asking someone to show you the way.
My sister, cut soap for me na this New year!
Street Kid
Street kid is a term used in South Africa to refer to homeless kids, living on the streets.
I almost a became a street kid when I lost my mother.
Cape Town
South Africa's scenic coastal city beneath Table Mountain.
Cape Town's Robben Island held Nelson Mandela for 18 years.