A Hilarious Mix-Up: When Likes Were Mistaken For Rands

Holifil

30 Mar, 2025

A young man from the Eastern Cape shared a side-splitting story about his uncles confusing social media likes for actual money, creating high expectations at a family gathering.
The story unfolded during a traditional Xhosa ceremony, where the man was captured on camera sharing his experience, which later went viral on TikTok.
The video resonated with viewers, earning praise for the man's humor, storytelling skills, and his traditional outfit, sparking joy across social media platforms.

A man tries to explain to his uncles that social media likes don't equate to millions of rands. Image: loyiso_siyo Source: TikTok

Let me tell you about this incredible moment that happened during a traditional Xhosa ceremony. A young man, Lonwabo Siyo, found himself in a pretty funny situation when his uncles got the wrong idea about his TikTok fame. What started as a simple family gathering turned into a hilarious misunderstanding that went viral online.

Lonwabo, a charismatic social media user known as @lonwabo_siyo, recounted an unforgettable story where his uncles mistook his TikTok likes for millions of rands. Imagine sitting at a family gathering, enjoying the company of loved ones, when suddenly your uncles start talking about how rich you are because of some numbers on your phone. That's exactly what happened to Lonwabo, and it left everyone in stitches.

When Social Media Fame Gets Misinterpreted

In the viral video, Lonwabo is seen standing outside a house, dressed to impress in traditional Xhosa attire, surrounded by friends and family. He explains how his uncles noticed his TikTok account had over 5 million likes and immediately assumed he was sitting on a fortune. They even started asking for "side money," convinced that their nephew was a multi-millionaire.

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Despite Lonwabo's attempts to clarify that the likes were not actual money, his uncles simply couldn't believe him. Their excitement was palpable, and it only added to the hilarity of the situation. Lonwabo's ability to laugh it off and share the story with such charm made the clip a hit on TikTok. It’s not every day you get to witness such a genuine and heartwarming moment.

If you haven’t seen the video yet, here’s a chance to watch it and join in on the laughter:

Mzansi Falls in Love with Lonwabo and His Uncles

The video quickly spread across social media platforms, capturing the hearts of many South Africans. Users couldn't get enough of Lonwabo's natural humor and storytelling ability. Many praised him for his creativity and expressed how much they related to the post. The clip became a symbol of the unique and often humorous dynamics within families.

A man shares how his family thought his social media success equated to financial wealth. Image: @lonwabo_siyo Source: TikTok

The comments section was alive with reactions, showcasing the love and admiration people had for Lonwabo and his uncles. User @Bun2Joseph chimed in with, "Nothing is broken bantase iyeza (it is coming)💰 andingelili Thix (my God, I'd cry)." Another user, @Pumeza T, hilariously added, "5 Million is 5 million wethu, 😂😂😂😂 noba zi likes okusalayo (even if it's likes) it’s 5 million."

User @Nosie expressed their admiration by saying, "Lonwabo is such a vibe..his a blessing kule (in this) family." Meanwhile, @portia playfully commented, "Mina (please) give me R5000 only kule (on your) 5M😂🤣." The love and support didn't stop there, as @Tabs🥰 added, "Oh yhini Lonwabo standwa (my love) just receive wena. May your millions locate u shlobo sam."

Even users like @mida-wam couldn’t help but notice Lonwabo's good looks, saying, "No man, Lonwabo is HANDSOME. He is really good looking tjo🥺🥺." It’s moments like these that remind us how social media can bring people together through laughter and connection.

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