What does Igihe cy'ubukungu mean?

Igihe umuntu afite amafaranga (Time of financial prosperity) For example: "Iki ni igihe cy'ubukungu kuri njye. (This is my season of prosperity.)"

Where does the slang word Igihe cy'ubukungu come from?

Igihe cy'ubukungu is a slang term from Rwanda. It is part of the rich slang vocabulary used in Rwanda and across Africa.

Igihe cy'ubukungu

🇷🇼 Rwanda Slang

Added April 06, 2026 · 1 definition

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Igihe cy'ubukungu

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Igihe umuntu afite amafaranga (Time of financial prosperity)

"Iki ni igihe cy'ubukungu kuri njye. (This is my season of prosperity.)"

by Khulekani Dladla Elder · April 06, 2026

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🇷🇼 About Rwanda Slang

Igihe cy'ubukungu is part of the everyday slang vocabulary used in Rwanda. Rwanda slang blends local languages, colonial influences, and street culture into a unique and expressive way of speaking that reflects the country's identity and history. Kasinary features 1775 Rwanda slang words and phrases collected from native speakers across the country.

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