My post wasn’t about Dandy Crazy but on drunk driving – Simon Mwewa
ZAMBIAN netizens yesterday camped on vlogger Simon Mwewa’s Facebook page after the online teacher of English flashed what they termed as “insensitive” remarks amidst Dandy Crazy’s accident.
The post also led to the Ministry of Sports, Youth and Art demanding an apology from Mwewa for having subjected the creative industry to his “disrespectful” post especially during the time the country was awash with a musician’s tragic accident.
Wesley Chibambo alias Dandy Crazy was involved in a fatal road involved in a road traffic accident near Kapiri on the Great North Road which claimed the lives of four people on the spot while the music artiste died this morning.
Immediately after it was confirmed that Dandy Crazy was involved in a road accident, Mwewa took to his page and wrote a post that was condemning the habit of Zambian artistes drinking while driving.
“Imwe vima Zambian artistes, don’t drink and drive you dunda heads,” wrote Mwewa on his page.
A few hours after the above post, Mwewa still carried the message despite receiving criticism, “You dunda head artistes, don’t drink and drive. Muzafa (you will die).”
The posts sparked social media disapproval, with some celebrities and influencers disagreeing with the message.
In reacting to Mwewa’s remarks, Zambians slammed him that indeed, English was never the measure of one’s intelligence.
Musicians, socialites and influencers have also condemned the post stating that it was made at the wrong time.
“This is so disrespectful,” commented Sista D.
“Kanshi it’s true chisungufye amano Wala? Shame on you,” said Mwansa Mbewe.
Reverend Walter Mwambazi wrote, “Extremely insensitive beloved! Details are that a speeding truck run into their vehicle.”
And Bobby East commented, “This cautionary statement is in bad taste and won’t achieve its intended purpose. You are my father’s age, but I think even my six-year-old has better emotional intelligence than this. Do better, please.”
“This is too foolish to be true,” commented Dr Lubinda Haabazoka.
Meanwhile, the ministry of Sports, Youth and Arts demanded for an apology from Mwewa stating that his comments were demeaning and belittling the hardworking men and women in the arts sector.
According to the ministry’s principal public relations officer Nchimunya Ng’andu, the remarks were not only demeaning but also contrary to the values which the country seeks to promote.
“We wish to remind Mr. Chitambala and other stakeholders that if there are any concerns regarding the conduct or performance of artistes, the Ministry operates an open-door policy and is always available to engage in constructive dialogue.
“Publicly degrading our artistes is not the way to address any perceived shortcomings,” said Ng’andu.
Despite the huge criticism, Mwewa has vowed to never apologise as he thinks it was the right thing to do in order to impart responsible driving skills in people.
He also said the post was not about Dandy Crazy, even though he directed it to musicians just after he heard of the accident.
“My post wasn’t about Dandy Crazy. It’s about drunk driving. Today you hate me, but eventually you will understand the real message. Don’t drink and drive.”
“I see drunk bus drivers everyday and yes Zambian artists glorify alcohol and they drive while drunk. I see them. I will not apologise for wanting people to be responsible while they drive,” insisted Mwewa…https://kalemba.news/local/2025/01/02/my-post-wasnt-about-dandy-crazy-but-on-drunk-driving-simon-mwewa/
By Catherine Pule
Kalemba, January 2, 2025
Mwewa is right only useless and spineless so called Zambian Christians for nothing are condemning him because they are hypocrites and stand for nothing but double standards. However does a the whole nation spend valuable time debating such a righteous message?
Grow up.
Do you always have to support stupidity as long it is coming from UPND cadre or Zambezi dweller?
Vote wisely in 2026.
Mwewa has no reason to apologize. RTSA messy their Mwewa is clear and he has my support.
Why do we demonize someone who is sending good message a message of saving lives?
It’s not about Dandy Crazy but Excitement in our Musicians; Ka Beer, Drugs, big Money. Big Cru cru, clubbing etc we are loosing them. It’s True.
Mwewa is right we see them drunk and driving-not that we are told.
Are you also a Freemason, Mr. Crab?
Have a heart please as the families mourn their loved ones. There is a time for everything.
Vote wisely in 2026.
I support Chitambala on his message. The problem in Zambia we pretend to be what we are. We pretend to be Christians but we’re terrible sinners. Who doesn’t know that today most of these drivers are drunk on the road? Most taxi drivers, truck drivers, even decent office workers indulge on alcohol after catching a bite during lunch breaks. Even some police officers today are drunk whilst on duty. Are we heading into a failed state? And it seems there’s no political will to address such challenges.
With all debated whether in support of Mwewa or not.Zambia has a big population of youths, young men and young women, with different occupations, but why artist in music and comedy top the statistics of dying on the road due to the road traffic accidents not talking about who caused the deaths of beloved artists.Or the statistics is an exaggeration.We have to either ignore this question or point at something and or just keep quiet and watch every festive season or occasion of entertainment sad incidents happen and we take it for normal.However, let’s be advising each other on our movements while we know that death can come at any time.Let us remain God fearing and prayerful.