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Jojo Robinson Gets Candid About Breakup With Nonku Williams: “It Was Very Real”

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July 17, 2025

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“Joku” No More: Jojo Robinson Breaks Her Silence on Emotional Split With Nonku Williams

For fans of The Real Housewives of Durban, the dynamic between Jojo Robinson and Nonku Williams was more than just TV gold; it felt like a sisterhood. But as of July 2025, “Joku” is officially no more.

After weeks of online speculation and visible distance between the two, Jojo took to Instagram with a raw, heartfelt message addressing the end of her five-year friendship with Nonku. The emotional post comes weeks after they unfollowed each other on social media and Nonku chose not to return for the latest reunion episode.

“It Was Filled With Love and Sisterhood”

In her Instagram post on Wednesday, Jojo opened up about the pain of losing what she described as a genuine, loving friendship. Her post included a nostalgic reel, a collection of moments showing the two laughing, bonding, and sharing life both on and off the cameras.

“Seeing comments on social media saying this friendship didn’t matter… is really hard to see,” Jojo wrote. “It was very real, and it was filled with love and sisterhood.”

She also took a moment to reflect on their time together, saying she was “forever grateful” for the role Nonku played in her journey.

Different Paths, Shared Respect

The cracks in their friendship seem to have run deep, with Nonku previously revealing to News24 that her growing spiritual journey had created distance between them.

“As I’ve deepened my faith, our paths have diverged,” Nonku said. “Jojo struggled to understand my spiritual growth and my call to share my faith with others.”

Still, Jojo’s post didn’t come from a place of bitterness. Instead, she acknowledged their differences and wished Nonku nothing but love and peace. “I hope one day we get to talk again in person,” she wrote.

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A Public Farewell and Private Regret

The post wasn’t just a farewell; it was also an apology. Jojo expressed remorse for any pain she may have caused and made a point of publicly forgiving Nonku too.

“I forgive you, and I’m also sorry for any part I played that upset you,” she wrote, ending the message with thanks to fans who supported the “Joku” journey over the years.

Social media reaction has been a mix of sadness and support. Many fans who had grown attached to their bond expressed heartbreak, while others applauded Jojo’s vulnerability and grace.

A Friendship That Was Always Under the Microscope

Despite their close on-screen bond, Jojo and Nonku’s friendship was frequently questioned by both viewers and castmates. Accusations of being “fake” friends trailed them throughout their time on RHOD, with some fans arguing their connection was more for cameras than connection.

Jojo’s emotional post seems to challenge that narrative. With words of love, forgiveness, and gratitude, she’s made it clear that whatever people saw on-screen, or didn’t, the bond she felt was undeniably real.

A Chapter Closed, A New Season Ahead

With Nonku no longer part of the RHOD cast and Jojo continuing on her own, the end of “Joku” feels like the closing of a major chapter in the series’ history. What happens next remains to be seen, but Jojo’s honesty has given fans some much-needed closure.

In the messy world of reality television, it’s rare to see such a raw, human moment. And for many, Jojo’s message served as a reminder that behind the drama, there are real emotions, real friendships, and real heartbreak.