What does Gacaca mean?

Urukiko rwa kinyarwanda (Traditional court) For example: "Gacaca yafashaga abaturage. (Gacaca helped citizens.)"

Where does the slang word Gacaca come from?

Gacaca is a slang term from Rwanda. It is part of the rich slang vocabulary used in Rwanda and across Africa.

What are other meanings of Gacaca?

Gacaca can also mean: Urukiko gakondo (Traditional court)

Gacaca

🇷🇼 Rwanda Slang

Added April 06, 2026 · 2 definitions

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Gacaca

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Urukiko rwa kinyarwanda (Traditional court)

"Gacaca yafashaga abaturage. (Gacaca helped citizens.)"

by Khulekani Dladla Elder · April 06, 2026

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Gacaca — definition 2

Urukiko gakondo (Traditional court)

"Gacaca yafashije. (Gacaca helped.)"

by Khulekani Dladla Elder · April 06, 2026

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