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Kaaps
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Country:
South Africa
Population:
3 000 000
Source Language(s):
English/Afrikaans
“Auwe my ma se kint!" – That’s how we greet you where we are from: as family. That’s Kaaps in a nutshell, bright and beautiful. A warm kaleidoscope of sounds and authentic expression. This language is one for the people, by the people.
The Kaaps are an urban group found in many suburbs of the Cape Flats, with a rich and colourful language and culture. They are known for their verbal art and music, and any interaction you have with them will leave a smile on your face. Recently, there has been a surge in the Kaaps identity being recognised and respected.
Empty TrackKaaps Team
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Empty TrackKaaps Team
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Kaaps
Psalmist
I've experienced the psalms in a whole new light... Translating Scripture into Kaaps makes it so much more relatable and understandable.
Pastor Shawn
We knew we had a language that belonged to the people and the streets, but had no idea of its authenticity and uniqueness in our country and among our people. We fell in love with our sound again. We felt validated.
Community Member
We are seeing liberation for present and future generations and shackles of oppression being loosened.
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