WINNER: Dyt, Namelekkers, and Barakats: The Coloured Spirit

Have you ever stopped and looked at what makes South Africa so unique, the coloured of course...?

In the coloured culture, we call food "dyt" and water "government juice." We are coloured, of course. We will eat gammon and tongue, but only at Christmas and Pickled fish at Easter. We are coloured, of course, so we will take a barakat in an ice-cream bak, because our Tupperware will never return. As coloureds, we dress uniquely. During the week, it might look like we are “skarelling” for a R2, but on weekends, we step out in our "Namelekkers," with silver rings, chains, and bracelets that make a huge statement. We are coloured, of course, and we have an outfit for every occasion. Whether it's a wedding, birthday, or a bash, you know we’ll come correct, always representing that coloured flair.

We have massive talent, like Temple Boys and Team Kenni, who make waves in the music scene. What’s a party without some gqom and jazz to get the vibes going? Partying and bashes are part of our DNA, and during the festive season, you'll find us celebrating life, as long as you bring your own hookah and a little xyz. And let's not forget about park offs, our favourite pastime, happening every second month and especially on Sundays. It’s more than just showing off cars; it's where we come together as a community, catching up, sharing laughs, and keeping the spirit of coloured culture alive.

Playing dominoes is serious business in a coloured household. The moment those tiles hit the table, it's like a warzone. My uncle nearly breaks the table every time he lays the tile down, making sure everyone knows he's in control. My brother, on the other hand, gets furious every time he klops. Each tile has its own nickname: "Ou Piet," "n volle kis bier," "ou ses," and the classic "twist like you jive." But the greatest victory? Getting a binne ding, a tel game, or even a mila—that’s when you’ve truly outplayed everyone. And if you manage to make someone a vark, you're a legend, a hero, and the bragging rights are yours until the next round.

Being coloured is more than just a culture; it's a way of life filled with humour, resilience, and a deep sense of community. We carry with us a rich heritage that blends traditions, music, and food into something uniquely vibrant. We laugh loud, love hard, and take pride in who we are. From our unique slang to our unmistakable style, we represent a spirit that can’t be tamed—a spirit of togetherness, survival, and joy. We are coloured, of course, and that in itself is something beautiful to celebrate.