A courtroom filled with spectators was left in shock, followed by fits of laughter, as a heartbroken man faced his ex-wife in a dramatic divorce hearing.
Muleya Mumba, a diligent Chingola resident, found himself at the center of attention when his investment in love took a surprising turn.
He had sponsored his then-girlfriend, Maureen, through college, believing that her degree would lead to their marriage. “I did the most Zambian gentlemanly thing possible,” Muleya said, confident in his decision.
However, Muleya never expected what would unfold that day. With tears in his eyes, he pleaded, “I took you to college, paid your fees, and even bought you textbooks and rice! How can you now refuse to marry me?” His heartfelt words left the audience struggling to hold back their laughter.
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In a bold move, Maureen stood up, channeling the confidence of a newly graduated scholar. “You took me to college and paid all expenses, but that doesn’t mean I will marry you,” she replied, sending shockwaves of gasps and laughter through the courtroom.
The judge, clearly taken aback by the unexpected drama, adjusted his glasses, trying not to laugh. Witnesses reported that Muleya, left in disbelief, wept openly—earning him the nickname “The Crying Sponsor” around Chingola.
Maureen explained her perspective, emphasizing that her education was for her future. “I got the degree; I didn’t sign a love contract,” she said, flicking her hair with confidence.
Back at the tavern, Muleya’s friends had mixed reactions. One friend joked, “You should have at least made her sign a ‘Sponsor Agreement!’” Meanwhile, others started a local GoFundMe to help him regain his pride and buy new handkerchiefs.
In light of the situation, Muleya has decided to enroll in evening classes, stating, “Maybe the degree will work for me instead.” The community around Chingola is buzzing with this unexpected and humorous tale of love lost!
