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.
Seychelles
An Indian Ocean archipelago known for luxury tourism, beautiful beaches, and conservation efforts.
The Seychelles has the smallest population of any African sovereign country.
Magesi
Magesi is a South African football team that plays in the Betway Premiership. They recently won their first trophy, in their first season in top flight football, by beating Mamelodi Sundowns.
Magesi is here to dominate.
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
My friend
This is a term that refers to the Somali or Pakistani shop owners in South Africa. This term started when these shop owners first arrived in South Africa and they referred to everyone as "My friend". The name was then subsequently given to them.
1. Child: Hi, my friend. How much are your sweets?
My friend: It's 2 bob for one sweet, my friend.
2. No one:
Pakistani shop owner: My friend I am not your friend, my friend.