Origin and Distribution: The surname Chikwaza is also of Shona origin, common among the Shona people in Zimbabwe. The combination “Makumbe nee Chikwaza” indicates that the individual was born with the surname Chikwaza and later adopted or married into the Makumbe family, as “nee” denotes a maiden name in English.

Meaning: The specific meaning of the surname Chikwaza is not readily available in the provided sources. Further research into regional linguistic and cultural contexts may provide more insights into its significance.