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
That was before the 1996 hosts, Kenya, were stripped of the tournament by Caf over financial irregularities, and Bafana Bafana were airlifted out of qualifying to host the tournament.
From The Guardian • Jan. 27, 2017
Ghana trailed South Africa in Mongomo after a spectacular looping volley from Mandla Masango gave Bafana Bafana the lead in the 17th minute.
From Washington Times • Jan. 27, 2015
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