Banyana Banyana
Britishplural noun
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Origin of Banyana Banyana
C20: from Nguni banyana the girls
Example Sentences
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Her mix of speed, timing and dribbling ability carried Banyana Banyana up the pitch time and again, giving last year's Women's Africa Cup of Nations winners both an outlet and a proper threat in the final third.
From BBC
Hildah Magaia, appropriately nicknamed Tthe Breadwinner,” of South Africa’s squad, helped the Banyana Banyana advance out of group play, into the knockout stage, and double her bonus.
From Seattle Times
Banyana Banyana are heading home but they have certainly left an impression at this tournament.
From BBC
Will Banyana Banyana be back in 2027?
From BBC
Banyana Banyana captain Thembi Kgatlana was once again a real handful and forced four fine saves from Daphne van Domselaar, Aston Villa's new goalkeeper, at Sydney Football Stadium.
From BBC
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