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.
Khongolose
"Khongolose" is a Zulu word, often used colloquially, that translates to "congress" or "the ANC," which stands for the African National Congress, a South African political party. It's essentially a slang term or a nickname for the ANC.
Phatha Khongolose, phatha.
Meneer Magongwa
A situation where you don't have money and you have no means of getting it.
I'm so Meneer Magongwa these days.
Mogodu Monday
In South African restaurants, Mondays are known as Mogodu Mondays, where they serve Mogodu, usually on special.
Let’s go to Mogodu Monday next week.
Family meeting
Whenever President Cyril Ramaphosa sets up a time to address the country about Covid.
There will be another family meeting, I hope he doesn't ban alcohol again.
Bafana Bafana
The South African national soccer team. The team that only qualifies by default (when they host).
Bafana Bafana plays shit!