Kenya’s social media streets lit up after content creator Chebet Ronoh threw shade at the marriage institution, sparking outrage and laughter in equal measure. But fellow creator Cashmeer Sayyid wasn’t having any of it.
In a fiery clap-back on Instagram (Sunday, Sept 21, 2025), Cashmeer Sayyid reminded Ronoh—and anyone who thinks like her—that marriage, though imperfect, is still a source of love, happiness, and family for many.
“Nimesikia watu wakisema wale wameolewa ni mafala. Are you serious? Hata wale wameolewa wanaona wewe ni fala… They are happy, wamependwa, wamepata watoto, and they are enjoying life,” Cashmeer snapped.
With raw emotion, she accused Ronoh of bitterness, telling her to heal instead of tearing others down:
“You need to heal… kila mtu ni fala kwa mtu. Si tuishi tu life bila kuitana mafala?”
Her blunt response came after Ronoh’s viral one-liner—“Marriage hubamba mafala”—set off what many are now calling a generational showdown.
- Millennials and older Kenyans defended marriage as a sacred bond that brings love, stability, and meaning.
- Sections of Gen Z, however, backed Ronoh, dismissing marriage as outdated, unnecessary, and even suffocating in today’s world.
The debate raged across TikTok, Instagram, and X, morphing into memes, reaction videos, and endless threads about modern love.
What started as a joke had evolved into a cultural conversation on what marriage means today—and why it still divides generations.
Cashmeer’s stand was clear: love and marriage may not be for everyone, but respect is non-negotiable!
Chebet Ronoh Responds to Backlash Over Viral ‘Marriage Hubamba Mafala’ Video: “All of You Triggered—So Who Really Has the Power?”
Kenya’s internet is still reeling from Chebet Ronoh’s now-infamous line, “Marriage hubamba mafala.” What started as a cheeky statement quickly exploded into a national debate on love, culture, and generational values.
The backlash was swift and intense. From Facebook timelines to TikTok duets, Ronoh’s hot take drew sharp criticism, with many accusing her of disrespecting marriage and dismissing an institution that countless couples hold dear.
Some even branded her a “marriage hater,” while others defended her blunt honesty as a refreshing truth Gen Z has long felt but rarely says aloud.
But in true Ronoh fashion, the outspoken content creator clapped back—hard. Taking to her socials, she turned the outrage into a power play:
“All of you triggered… so who really has the power?”
Her words cut through the noise, flipping the script on critics and suggesting that the sheer volume of reactions proved her influence more than her irreverence.
A Generational Rift Uncovered
Ronoh’s one-liner didn’t just spark anger; it exposed a deeper cultural divide.
- Older generations rushed to defend marriage as a cornerstone of family, tradition, and stability.
- Younger audiences, however, resonated with Ronoh’s unapologetic stance, arguing that marriage often feels outdated, transactional, and riddled with unnecessary pressure.
What began as a viral joke soon morphed into a generational showdown, with memes, skits, and think pieces flooding social feeds. To her fans, Ronoh wasn’t tearing marriage down—she was shaking the table, forcing society to ask uncomfortable questions.
Owning the Narrative
By embracing the outrage, Ronoh turned backlash into spotlight. Far from apologizing, she used the controversy to cement her image as a fearless truth-teller who thrives on pushing boundaries.
Whether you agree with her or not, one thing is clear: Ronoh knows how to spark conversations that refuse to die down. And in her own words, if everyone is this “triggered,” maybe the real power lies in her hands.
