What does mafundi mean?

The Word 'mafundi' comes from the Swahili language and is used by many ethnic groups along the coast of Africa Indian ocean from Kenya to Mozambique.

The Word mafundi is used to describe some one that has a skill for making or repairing things. Examples include- expert, master (as in the mafundi crafts masterfully) Skillful, worker, craftsmen, mechanic (as in call the local mafundi to fix the car) or instructor.