Rachel Kolisi, navigating her divorce from Springbok rugby captain Siya Kolisi, has offered a poignant glimpse into the emotional complexities of solo parenting

Rachel Kolisi, navigating her divorce from Springbok rugby captain Siya Kolisi, has offered a poignant glimpse into the emotional complexities of solo parenting In a recent TikTok post, Rachel shared the raw realities of adjusting to life after separation, sparking a mix of support and criticism The couple, who were married for eight years, announced their separation in October 2024 after being together for over a decade Their breakup made headlines across South Africa, with many expressing shock and sadness as they were one of Mzansi’s most admired couples Rachel and Siya met in 2012 and tied the knot in 2016, building a home together, raising their two children, and also caring for Siya’s younger siblings When they shared the news of their split, they emphasised that the decision was mutual and respectful, and that their primary focus would remain on raising their family together In her recent TikTok post in July, Rachel shared a vulnerable moment from her journey, using Sia’s powerful track “Elastic Heart” in the background, which includes the lyric: “Let’s be clear, trust no one You did not break me, I’m still fighting for peace.” The video encapsulates the emotional complexities of parenting and navigating divorce Rachel shared her anxiety about her “laaities” going on their first solo trip to visit dad Siya Kolisi In the video, she said: “In the process of getting divorced, today was the first time my kids flew to see their dad without me It was hard.” Rachel also reflected on the emotional weight of packing for her children’s adventure, but it wasn’t all “hartseer” (heartache) She laughed: “It’s only a few days, so packing was light Never going to feel normal packing for my kids to leave.” As the night before their departure unfolded, Rachel shared her struggle with anxiety, revealing a glimpse into her mental health journey “This part (the night before) and when they leave is usually the hardest … Slept three hours and decided to call my gran and ask if she’d like to go away with me while the kids are away She said yes, so feeling better that I won’t be alone.” Source: My Zimbabwe All Zim News is a central hub for all things Zimbabwean, curating news from across the country so no story is missed Alongside aggregation, our team of nationwide reporters provides real-time, on-the-ground coverage Stay informed and connected — reach us at admin@allzimnews.com. Source: Myzimbabwe