While in South Africa, Boan Venter had his Edinburgh Rugby teammates answering everything with “lekker” in a playful Afrikaans lesson. Johannesburg, South Africa (23 March 2026) – During their…
Content creator Mitch Matyana highlights the humour and brilliance behind how South Africans use ‘otherwise’ in everyday conversations. South Africa (19 March 2026) – If you’ve ever had a…
A viral video shows Kyle, a British boyfriend, trying to understand why South Africans use ‘busy’ out of context. South Africa (06 January 2025) – Kyle, a Brit dating…
A woman dating a South African man discovers that the word “Imagine” carries a completely different attitude. South Africa (05 January 2025) – Just when you think you have…
From ‘eish’ to ‘ag shame’, our lingo doesn’t need direct translation; it carries feelings, and Haley van der Merwe breaks it down for us. South Africa (01 December 2025)…
A Londoner learns that South African English is less about grammar and more about humour and everyday connection. South Africa (09 September 2025) – South Africa continues to confuse…
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