Where does the slang word Kuwekewa come from?

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

Kuwekewa

Added Aug 02, 2025 · 1 definition

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Kuwekewa definition 1

From 'to be set up.' In slang, 'amewekewa' means he got cheated on or his partner found someone else (like someone placed a thing on your head, implying 'given horns' in some cultures).

"Jamaa aliwekewa na dem wake. (The guy got two-timed by his girl.)"

by Khulekani Dladla Elder · Aug 02, 2025

Word Details

Country: 🇰🇪 Kenya
Definitions: 1 community definition
Added: August 2025

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