Why jozi for Johannesburg?

Jozi is a nickname for Johannesburg, the largest city in South Africa. The name "Jozi" is derived from the city's Afrikaans name, "Johannesburg", which is pronounced as "Yohannesburg". The nickname is believed to have originated in the 1930s, when the city's rapid growth and development attracted people from all over the world. The name "Jozi" is often used in informal settings and is particularly popular among locals and young people.