What does Chibwantu mean?

Traditional alcohol For example: "Tumwa chibwantu (Let's drink traditional beer)"

Where does the slang word Chibwantu come from?

Chibwantu is a slang term from Zambia. It is part of the rich slang vocabulary used in Zambia and across Africa.

What are other meanings of Chibwantu?

Chibwantu can also mean: Local brew

Chibwantu

🇿🇲 Zambia Slang

Added April 06, 2026 · 2 definitions

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Chibwantu

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Traditional alcohol

"Tumwa chibwantu (Let's drink traditional beer)"

by Khulekani Dladla Elder · April 06, 2026

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Chibwantu — definition 2

Local brew

"Strong chibwantu (Strong local brew)"

by Khulekani Dladla Elder · April 06, 2026

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🇿🇲 About Zambia Slang

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