Many People Fear The Simon Mwewa And Cosmas Ng’andwe Online Fight May Escalate To A Physical Encounter
That situation between Simon Mwewa Lane and Cosmas Ng’andwe really highlights how something culturally harmless can quickly turn sour in the age of social media.
“Chimbuya,” or tribal cousinship, is meant to promote unity through light-hearted teasing and cultural humor. This is a playful exchange that reinforces bonds between certain ethnic groups.
But when personal insults or anger creep in, it stops being “Chimbuya”. It starts becoming tribal tension, which can be dangerous, especially given how many people follow both figures online.
If this continues without mediation, it could easily polarize fans, with supporters taking sides and interpreting it through a tribal lens instead of a personal misunderstanding.
That can quickly escalate into online hostility or even spill into real-world divisions — something Zambia has always worked hard to avoid.
Ideally, both Simon and Cosmas should de-escalate by clarifying that it’s all in the spirit of humor and traditional cousinship.
Maybe even do a joint video explaining “Chimbuya” and reaffirming unity. That would turn the situation from a negative spectacle into a teachable moment about Zambian culture and respect.
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