Word of the Day [20 Jan 2026]
Mazimba
Shona slang that generally refers to Zimbabweans, particularly in a playful or informal manner. Itâs derived from the term âZimbabwe,â and is often used to describe Zimbabwean people as a group.
someone might say, âMazimba anoda kuenda kuJoniââmeaning, âZimbabweans like going to Johannesburgâ (often for work or business). The term is typically not derogatory but can carry a sense of national pride or identity in informal conversation.
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