Sol Phenduka Reacts After Nimrod Nkosi Opens Up About Struggles in His Marriage, Mzansi Weighs In
- Nimrod Nkosi candidly discussed his troubled marriage during an interview with David Mashabela
- Sol Phenduka weighed in after Nimrod Nkosi discussed details of his union with Charlene Tjoe
- Netizens shared mixed views, with some offering advice, while some shared similar stories
- Briefly News spoke to relationship expert Paula Quinsee, who shared on the role of public figures in shaping perception
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Podcast and Chill co-host Sol Phenduka has reacted after TV presenter and actor Nimrod Nkosi opened up about his wife and marriage. Nkosi’s candid response when asked about his marriage to Charlene Tjoe left Mzansi men in their feels.
The former The Queen actor sat down with veteran TV and radio presenter David Mashabela for a wide-ranging interview that touched on various facets of his life. During the interview that aired on Wednesday, 16 July 2025, Nimrod Nkosi also spoke about his marriage.
Nimrod Nkosi opens up about marriage struggles
In a clip shared by social media user @Thisthat_Acadmy on Sunday, 20 July 2025, David Mashabela asked him how his marriage to Charlene Tjoe is. After a 24-second pause, Nimrod answered:
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“Hard.”
Nimrod Nkosi suggested that his marriage had hit the rocks and he was drained in the relationship.
“I need the wind behind that sail. My sails are down. It’s hard. Yeah, but no one can do it alone. I’m not gonna lie because God knows,” Nkosi said.
The I Am King actor shared that he wasn’t hopeful that things between him and his wife would eventually work out. Nimrod Nkosi thanked David Mashabela for asking him that question. He said:
“No. I thank God that you’re the man who asked. It's the first time anyone has asked me that. And I thank God that it's a man of your calibre. I would not have let anyone ask me that.”
Later in the interview, the live Lotto draw presenter said that his marriage was unhappy and unsatisfying.
Sol Phenduka moved after Nimrod Nkosi discusses marriage woes
On Monday, 21 July 2025, Sol Phenduka joined Mzansi in reacting to the video of Nimrod Nkosi being truthful about the state of his marriage. The Kaya 959 radio host suggested he was heartbroken. Sol Phenduka’s reaction read:
“Yoh 💔”
Netizens weigh in on Sol Phenduka's reaction to Nimrod Nkosi
In the comments section, several men shared similar experiences in their marriages, while others shared advice on how to navigate such situations.
Here are some of the reactions:
@glenn2553_glenn related:
“I understand that, gentleman. Kunzima. At times I feel like giving up, but giving up is not an option, but yoh.”
@StheNgcobo_ preached:
“'Psalm 27:1 Unless God builds a house, the builders labour in vain. Psalm 27:2 Unless the Lord watches over the city, the watchmen stand guard in vain.' God is the centre of marriage. The devil hates unity and anything ordained by God. A couple who are married must be of one mind and heart.”
@lkmalele highlighted:
“Sometimes I feel we're getting more negative content when it comes to marriages, and when we have good content, which we can acknowledge and celebrate, unfortunately, we mock and banter. I don't know. Marriage is good. Know thyself before you enter.”
@thebzz_1 argued:
“I think everyone has their own experiences. If you asked me 6-9 years ago, I would say the same thing as him, but now, I am the happiest in the same marriage.”
@BNwaila explained:
“Also, he is a certified mama’s boy. I don’t care what he says in that interview. He is a mama’s boy, and any woman who is married to such a man will STRUGGLE. I feel bad for his wife. May she find a better man.”
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Speaking to Briefly News, relationship expert Paula Quinsee shared that when a public figure such as Sol Phenduka supports Nimrod Nkosi, it can give them emotional support and comfort.
The support reminds them that they are not alone and that someone believes them. The support can also influence how the public sees the situation, thereby encouraging people to think differently or more openly.
Paula Quinsee shared that by showing empathy, Sol Phenduka sets a good example of how to stand by someone and to deal with public issues in a kind, respectful, and thoughtful way.
Sol Phenduka becomes a father again
Meanwhile, Sol Phenduka previously opened up about his personal life.
Briefly News reported that Sol Phenduka confirmed that he welcomed a baby after keeping it a secret from his Podcast and Chill co-hosts.
While he had initially denied expecting a baby during a game of confessions, Sol Phenduka eventually admitted and shared that he had welcomed a new baby girl on Wednesday, 11 June 2025, at around 7:30 am.
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Tayananiswa Zvikaramba (Editor) Tayananiswa Zvikaramba is an entertainment writer at Briefly News. He previously worked as a profiler, sports, human interest, entertainment, and current affairs writer at Pindula (2016-2022) and iHarare (2022-2025). He holds a BA Honours in Archaeology from the University of Zimbabwe (2010-2013), YOAST SEO for Beginners (2023), YOAST Block Editor Training (2023), and YOAST Structured Data for Beginners (2023). Email: tayananiswa.zvikaramba@briefly.co.za
Paula Quinsee (Certified Relationship Therapy Educator and founder of Engaged Humans) Paula Quinsee is the founder of Engaged Humans, facilitating connection between individuals and organisations to create a more human-connected world. She is a certified Imago Relationship Therapy educator and facilitator, NLP practitioner, PDA analyst, coach and trainer. Paula is also the author of two self-help guides - Embracing Conflict and Embracing No - as well as an international speaker, advocate for mental health and activist for gender-based violence.
