What does State capture mean?

Ukuthathwa kombuso (Government takeover) For example: "State capture vibes (Government corruption vibes)"

Where does the slang word State capture come from?

State capture is a slang term from South Africa. It is part of the rich slang vocabulary used in South Africa and across Africa.

State capture

🇿🇦 South Africa Slang

Added April 06, 2026 · 1 definition

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Ukuthathwa kombuso (Government takeover)

"State capture vibes (Government corruption vibes)"

by Khulekani Dladla Elder · April 06, 2026

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🇿🇦 About South Africa Slang

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