What does Makorokoza mean?

Abasemgodini (illegal miners) For example: "Makorokoza vanoshanda usiku (illegal miners work at night)"

Where does the slang word Makorokoza come from?

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

Makorokoza

🇿🇼 Zimbabwe Slang

Added Apr 06, 2026 · 1 definition

TOP DEFINITION

Makorokoza definition 1

Abasemgodini (illegal miners)

"Makorokoza vanoshanda usiku (illegal miners work at night)"

by Khulekani Dladla Elder · Apr 06, 2026

Word Details

Country: 🇿🇼 Zimbabwe
Definitions: 1 community definition
Added: April 2026

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