Where does the slang word Guma guma come from?

Guma guma is a slang term from Zimbabwe. It is part of the rich slang vocabulary used in Zimbabwe and across Africa.

Guma guma

🇿🇼 Zimbabwe Slang

Added Jul 17, 2025 · 1 definition

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Guma guma definition 1

A scam or to scam, also refers to a conman (term popularized by urban slang for swindlers).

by KASINARY Admin Elder · Jul 17, 2025

Word Details

Country: 🇿🇼 Zimbabwe
Definitions: 1 community definition
Added: July 2025

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