Bafana Bafana
Britishplural noun
Etymology
Origin of Bafana Bafana
C20: from Nguni bafana the boys
Example Sentences
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Bafana Bafana failed to qualify for the next three World Cups.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 9, 2026
The Bafana Bafana squad and staff need permission to enter the US as they play their second World Cup game against the Czech Republic in Atlanta.
From BBC ● May 31, 2026
Earlier, Oswin Appollis converted a late penalty to give South Africa victory against Zimbabwe in Marrakesh as Bafana Bafana qualified for the knockout stage.
From Barron's ● Dec. 29, 2025
After Nigeria beat South Africa in the semi-finals, some Nigerians mocked Bafana Bafana fans, saying it was revenge for the success of South Africa's Tyler over Nigeria's Afrobeats stars at the Grammys.
From BBC ● Feb. 12, 2024
Popular Nigerian pastor Jimmy Odukoya has also joined the jesting by commending Bafana Bafana for their performance despite their defeat, but telling the South African players: "You need water."
From BBC ● Feb. 8, 2024
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