Anyone familiar with the languages of Africa know the lyrics to Vusi Mahlasela's brilliant "Silang Mabele"

Question

I know 'silang mabele' means crushing corn but the rest of the song is in six different African languages (although I believe I hear a bit of English every now and then). It's so beautiful and I'd love to learn more of what the lyrics mean. I've already attempted to look up a translation online but found it impossible. If anyone knows many of the languages and/or the song, please let me know. I'd be happy to send the song through e-mail too. Thanks!

Answer 1

Hey me,


If we consider the country's official langauges: Afrikaans, English, IsiZulu, IsiXhosa, SiSwati, Ndebele, Southern Sotho, Northern Sotho, Tsonga, SeTswana, Venda....then,...

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