What does Ukukamba mean?

To catch or arrest For example: "Ba kapokola bakakamba (The police will catch you)"

Where does the slang word Ukukamba come from?

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

Ukukamba

🇿🇲 Zambia Slang

Added April 06, 2026 · 1 definition

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Ukukamba

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To catch or arrest

"Ba kapokola bakakamba (The police will catch you)"

by Khulekani Dladla Elder · April 06, 2026

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🇿🇲 About Zambia Slang

Ukukamba is part of the everyday slang vocabulary used in Zambia. Zambia slang blends local languages, colonial influences, and street culture into a unique and expressive way of speaking that reflects the country's identity and history. Kasinary features 1428 Zambia slang words and phrases collected from native speakers across the country.

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