This word is very versatile in the Zambian community, originally it means penis but the youth of today in the same context as the word "nigga". The word chikala is a commonly used word amongst the youth and also old head.
"Iwe chikala, open the gate." as an insult "chikala chobe (your penis)."
When someone is known for intending to attend a social event, but typically will have to bail for a standard family, work, life, reason at the last minute.
Monday
Friend 1: “Hey Sandy you coming to my Whiskey Tasting on Friday 😃!”
Sandy: “You know it mate 🤙!”
Friday
Friend 1: “Hey Sandy it’s time for the tasting, where are you 🤷🏻 ♂️“
Sandy: “Aw sorry mate, something came up insert obligatory excuse, etc. etc.. I’ll make the next one!”
Friend 2: “Pulling a Sandy again I see 😅”