What does Matakwa mean?

Matakwa/matarajio (Requirements/expectations) For example: "Matakwa ya kazi ni makubwa (Job requirements are big)"

Where does the slang word Matakwa come from?

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

Matakwa

🇹🇿 Tanzania Slang

Added Aug 21, 2025 · 1 definition

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Matakwa/matarajio (Requirements/expectations)

"Matakwa ya kazi ni makubwa (Job requirements are big)"

by Khulekani Dladla Elder · Aug 21, 2025

Word Details

Country: 🇹🇿 Tanzania
Definitions: 1 community definition
Added: August 2025

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