Mama Joy Picture: Instagram
Superfan Mama Joy, known for her unwavering support of South African sports, took to social media to share her thoughts on the viral news of Springbok captain Siya Kolisi and his wife Rachel announcing their divorce.
The couple’s joint statement on Tuesday night left Mzansi divided. While some suggested President Cyril Ramaphosa call a “family meeting,” others were either in disbelief or already planning to slide into the DMs of both Siya and Rachel.
Mama Joy, real name Joy Chauke, added her voice to the mix, even tagging the Rugby World Cup champion in her post. She tweeted: “You invited me when you launched your @KolisiFdn in Paris.
“The video you played about your lives – I didn’t see any sign of divorce. During the RWC final, you fetched your family to celebrate with them on the pitch @SiyaKolisi. I’m shocked.”
You invited me when you launch your @KolisiFdn in Paris the video you played about your lives guys I didn’t see any sign of Divorce ,RWC final you came and fetch your family and celebrate with them inside the pitch @SiyaKolisi ,, Am shocked pic.twitter.com/h3LkIztGwT
— MamaJoy Chauke (@JoyChauke5) October 23, 2024
The reaction to Mama Joy’s heartfelt message, however, was less than sympathetic.
One user, @odedanilo, bluntly remarked: “Not everything is about you.”
@Bra_Sporo chimed in: “Kanti, how old are you? Tagging people during this difficult time?”
Kanti how old are you 🫳🏾🤣tagging people during this difficult time..
— 🐾King Don_Za𓃵® (@Bra_Sporo) October 23, 2024
Meanwhile, @BabySmeg didn’t hold back: “South Africans and the chief mourner mentality. Mind your own business, please.”
South Africans and the chief mourner mentality 😭. Mind your own business please tu
— Baby Smeg (@BabySmeg) October 23, 2024
@Tatted_Makoti added: “And you thought this was your time to shine?”
Finally, @vbthoughts001 commented: “What kind of tweet is this? I expected a more mature, supportive message… Instead, you seem to be looking for gossip. I’m disappointed.”
What kind of tweet is this?! I would have expected a more matured, sound, positive message…instead, you seem to want to solicit gossip,, Am disappointed
— vb (@vbthoughts_001) October 23, 2024
The public wasn’t exactly ready to join Mama Joy in her expression of shock, with many urging her to sit this one out.
