What tribe is Enock Mwepu? Why is mwepu called the computer?

Enock Mwepu, a Zambian former professional footballer who last played as a midfielder for Premier League side Brighton and Hove Albion was born in Lusaka, Zambia and belongs to the Kaonde tribe.

The Kaonde tribe, also spelled Kahonde, also called Bakahonde are a Bantu-speaking people, the vast majority of whom inhabit the northwestern region of Zambia.

The Kaonde share many cultural traits with other Central Bantu speakers.

An example is that the Kaonde entreat the mediation of ancestral spirits, as do many peoples throughout northern Zambia and the southern DRC.

The Kaonde also observe a traditional first-harvest ceremony called Juba ja Nsomo. During that annual festival, usually held on or about July 6, the chief is presented with and blesses the first harvest. Many Kaonde men work in mining centres of the Copperbelt.

Sadly, in October 2022, Mwepu was forced to retire following the discovery of a hereditary heart condition.

Mwepu, nickname “the Computer” in his homeland for his ability to read the game – started Brighton’s 5-2 win over Leicester last month in what proved to be his final match for the club.

In all, Mwepu made 27 appearances for Brighton, scoring three goals.

Mwepu also won 23 caps for Zambia.