What does Mushika-shika mean?

Mota isingazivikanwe (Unregistered taxi) For example: "Ndabata mushika-shika (I took an illegal taxi)"

Where does the slang word Mushika-shika come from?

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

Mushika-shika

🇿🇼 Zimbabwe Slang

Added Apr 06, 2026 · 1 definition

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Mota isingazivikanwe (Unregistered taxi)

"Ndabata mushika-shika (I took an illegal taxi)"

by Khulekani Dladla Elder · Apr 06, 2026

Word Details

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

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Mushikashika 🇿🇼 Zimbabwe

The informal pirate taxis in Zimbabwe’s cities (known for reckless driving). Also used to describe any hectic, unregulated situation.

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