# Laba Party Zim - Zimbabwean Charades & Taboo Party Game

## What is Laba Party Zim?

Laba Party Zim is a free, offline-capable Zimbabwean charades and taboo party game. Players split into two teams and take turns describing words to their teammates without using the listed taboo words. The game celebrates Zimbabwean culture, music, entertainment, and everyday life.

## Game Details

- **Total Cards:** 10,200+
- **Players:** 4+ (2 teams minimum)
- **Default Teams:** Team Sadza and Team Braai (customizable)
- **Game Modes:** Classic (taboo words enforced) and Free Play (no restrictions)
- **Round Duration:** 1, 2, 3, or 4 minutes (configurable)
- **Offline Support:** Full offline play via Progressive Web App (PWA)
- **Languages:** English, Shona, Ndebele
- **Cost:** Completely free, no ads, no sign-up

## Categories

| Category | Description |
|---|---|
| Zim Life | Everyday Zimbabwean culture, food, slang, and lifestyle |
| Zim Entertainment | Zimbabwean movies, TV shows, celebrities, and media |
| Zim Music | Zimbabwean musicians, songs, genres, and music culture |
| Zim Remix | Zimbabwean twists on global pop culture and trends |
| Wild Card | A mix of unpredictable and fun challenges |
| Global Entertainment | International movies, TV, music, and pop culture |
| Act & Guess | Physical acting and mime-based challenges |
| General Knowledge | Trivia spanning science, history, geography, and more |
| NSFW (18+) | Adult-only humor and themes (age-gated, off by default) |

## How to Play

1. Open the game and set your team names (or keep the defaults: Team Sadza and Team Braai).
2. Choose a game mode: Classic (taboo words shown, must avoid saying them) or Free Play (describe freely).
3. Select a round duration (1-4 minutes).
4. Press "Start Game" and pick a category.
5. One player describes the word on screen to their teammates without saying the taboo words listed below it.
6. Tap "Correct" if your team guesses right, or "Skip" to move to the next card.
7. Score as many correct answers as possible before time runs out.
8. Teams alternate turns. The team with the most points wins!

## Technical Details

- **Type:** Progressive Web App (PWA)
- **Tech Stack:** Vanilla HTML, CSS, and JavaScript (no frameworks)
- **Offline:** Service worker caches all assets for full offline functionality
- **Installation:** Can be installed to home screen on any device via browser
- **Data:** All card data is bundled client-side; no server or API calls required
- **Analytics:** Umami (privacy-focused)

## Links

- **Play Now:** https://zw.labaparty.com/
- **Source Code:** https://github.com/olimiemma/labapartyzim
- **Developer:** Emmanuel Kasigazi Olimi - https://linktr.ee/olimiemma
- **Other Editions:** Laba Party is available in multiple country editions including Nigeria, Kenya, Uganda, and more.

## About Laba Party

Laba Party is a series of culturally localized charades and taboo party games designed for African audiences. Each edition features cards rooted in the culture, language, music, and everyday life of a specific country, making game nights more relatable and fun. Laba Party Zim is the Zimbabwean edition, featuring content in English, Shona, and Ndebele that celebrates everything from sadza and braai culture to Zimbabwean music legends and local slang.