What does Mjozi mean?

Johannesburg (Jozi) affectionate. For example: "Back in Mjozi for meetings."

Where does the slang word Mjozi come from?

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

Mjozi

🇿🇦 South Africa Slang

Added Aug 02, 2025 · 1 definition

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Mjozi definition 1

Johannesburg (Jozi) affectionate.

"Back in Mjozi for meetings."

by Khulekani Dladla Elder · Aug 02, 2025

Word Details

Country: 🇿🇦 South Africa
Definitions: 1 community definition
Added: August 2025

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Jozi 🇿🇦 South Africa

Johannesburg (Nickname for Johannesburg)

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