Addu'a (Prayer) For example: "Duwa ta amsa (The prayer was answered)"

Where does the slang word Duwa come from?

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

Duwa

🇳🇪 Niger Slang

Added Apr 06, 2026 · 1 definition

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Addu'a (Prayer)

"Duwa ta amsa (The prayer was answered)"

by Khulekani Dladla Elder · Apr 06, 2026

Word Details

Country: 🇳🇪 Niger
Definitions: 1 community definition
Added: April 2026

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