The Real Housewives of Durban (RHOD) reunion episode that aired on Friday, July 11, 2025, left fans emotional as Jojo Robinson broke down in tears over her broken friendship with fellow cast member Nonku Williams.
The highly anticipated second part of the reunion, hosted by MaBlerh, provided a platform for cast members to reflect on Season 5, which concluded on June 13.
Jojo, visibly shaken and teary-eyed, spoke candidly about her deep hurt following the unexpected end of her once-tight bond with Nonku.
“I don’t know what happened. I’m confused till today,” Jojo said. “I ended up looking like some desperate loser that has no friends. But it wasn’t the case. With her, it was like she was family.”
She recalled how their friendship had earned fan admiration, even birthing the nickname “Joku” — a fusion of Jojo and Nonku — used affectionately by viewers to describe their sister-like bond.
But things changed. Jojo admitted she hadn’t heard from Nonku in over a month, expressing heartbreak at being ghosted without closure.
Fellow housewife Sorisha Naidoo weighed in, suggesting that Nonku’s growing closeness with newcomer Beverley Steyn might have pushed Jojo out of the picture.
Nonku, for her part, didn’t shy away from acknowledging her new bond. Taking to social media on the same day the reunion aired, she shared a heartfelt post about her friendship with Beverley Steyn, whom she met while filming Real Housewives Ultimate Girls Trip in Jamaica.
“To all the lovely people who’ve taken an interest in my life, I want to share a little bit about my beautiful friendship with Bev,” Nonku wrote. “We met in Jamaica and it was as if the Lord brought us together at the perfect time.”
She went on to describe their shared Christian faith and spiritual practices, saying they “pray together, speak every day, and support each other through life’s highs and lows.”
“She’s more than just a friend; she’s a sister in Christ who understands me in a way that few others can,” Nonku added.
While the growing friendship between Nonku and Beverley has sparked online conversation, viewers remain divided — some expressing empathy for Jojo’s emotional turmoil. In contrast, others applaud Nonku for following her spiritual path.
With tensions high and friendships tested, the RHOD reunion has once again reminded fans that behind the glam and drama are real emotions and broken bonds.
