What does Harambee spirit mean?

Saamwerk gees (Together spirit) For example: "Harambee spirit building our nation"

Where does the slang word Harambee spirit come from?

Harambee spirit is a slang term from Namibia. It is part of the rich slang vocabulary used in Namibia and across Africa.

Harambee spirit

🇳🇦 Namibia Slang

Added Apr 06, 2026 · 1 definition

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Saamwerk gees (Together spirit)

"Harambee spirit building our nation"

by Khulekani Dladla Elder · Apr 06, 2026

Word Details

Country: 🇳🇦 Namibia
Definitions: 1 community definition
Added: April 2026

↻ Similar Words

Harambee spirit 🇰🇪 Kenya

Roho ya kuchangiana (Fundraising spirit)

"Harambee spirit bado iko (Fundraising spirit still exists)"

Harambee prosperity 🇳🇦 Namibia

Working together success (Unity progress)

"Harambee prosperity for all! (Working together prosperity for all!)"

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🌍 "Harambee spirit" Across Africa

This word is also used in 1 other country, sometimes with a different meaning.

Harambee spirit 🇰🇪 Kenya

Roho ya kuchangiana (Fundraising spirit)

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