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Character of the Month: Phil, the man Zambia just wants to hug – Mpali

News26 February 2026
February belongs to Phil the soft-hearted lover who has Mpali fans saying “Iyeee Phil!” while begging him to choose peace over pain.
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If there’s one name that dominated the Mpali comment section this February, it’s Phil. While Mpali is never short of drama, from Alexander’s “King Solomon” tendencies to Monde’s headline-making delusion, it’s Phil who captured the nation’s sympathy.

Here’s a glimpse of what people had to say about him this month:

“Iyeee Phil 😭😭.”

“Sorry Phil mwandi.”

“Too bad for Phil.”

“Phil take heart ❤️.”

The streets of social media have spoken.

February has not been easy for our guy. Just when viewers thought he would finally catch a break in love, things spiraled. Between Shetu’s confusing energy, Phil has found himself in emotional breakdown.

Fans are also tired on his behalf. Some even warned, “I hope Phil won’t go mad for a second time.” Others begged Shetu to wake up: “Shetu sure ona munzako 🥹😭🤦‍♀️.” And when things fell apart, the reactions came fast: “Shesheshe wa Phil!” “Phil kulakwa eeee afuna shesheshe wake!” Zambia laughed… but also cried with him.

What makes Phil February’s standout character isn’t just heartbreak. It’s his honesty.

In a world of messy love triangles and men juggling women like airtime bundles, Phil tries to tell the truth. And as one fan perfectly put it: “Who dumps an honest man after telling you the truth? That’s why men lie!” Ouch!

Meanwhile, viewers are debating whether Alexander has taken over as the main star of Mpali. “The staring is slowly moving to Alexander,” one fan noted. But even with all the “Mufasa Alex” applause and war talk between Nguzu and Alex, the emotional heartbeat of February remained Phil.

He’s flawed. He’s dramatic. He says “Shesheshe” at the wrong time. But he loves loudly and hurts openly and Zambia sees it.

In a month full of obsession and confusion, Phil became the relatable one. The man who just wants genuine love and keeps missing it by inches.

So here’s to you, Phil. February may have bruised your heart… but you won ours. ❤️

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