Pei Mama

Pei Mama (sometimes stylized as PeiMama) is a Zambian and Zimbabwean term referring to the practice of women engaging in sexual relationships with multiple partners simultaneously for financial gain and/or material possessions. It's a derogatory term, often carrying a strong social stigma. While the precise origins of the term are debated, it gained prominence in the late 20th and early 21st centuries, coinciding with periods of economic hardship and rising inequality in the region.

The term is not typically used to describe transactional sex work in general, but rather specifically implies a calculated and ongoing pattern of relationships maintained for economic benefit. It carries connotations of exploitation and opportunism, both on the part of the woman and potentially on the part of the men involved. The practice is often associated with infidelity and the breakdown of traditional marital roles.

Pei Mama is a complex social phenomenon linked to economic pressures, gender inequality, and changing societal norms. The term itself reflects a critical and often judgmental perspective on these evolving dynamics.