What does Toyi toyi mean?

Toyi toyi (Protest dance) For example: "Political toyi toyi (Protest dance)"

Where does the slang word Toyi toyi come from?

Toyi toyi is a slang term from Botswana. It is part of the rich slang vocabulary used in Botswana and across Africa.

Toyi toyi

🇧🇼 Botswana Slang

Added Aug 12, 2025 · 1 definition

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Toyi toyi (Protest dance)

"Political toyi toyi (Protest dance)"

by Khulekani Dladla Elder · Aug 12, 2025

Word Details

Country: 🇧🇼 Botswana
Definitions: 1 community definition
Added: August 2025

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🇧🇼 About Botswana Slang

Botswana slang merges Setswana with English, with Gaborone youth driving a modern lexicon influenced by South African township culture.

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🌍 "Toyi toyi" Across Africa

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