The Real Housewives of Durban may have wrapped up its explosive fifth season, but the drama — and the wins — are far from over. The wildly popular Showmax Original just snagged the Simon Mabhunu Sabela KZN Film and Television Award for Best TV Production, a major victory for production company Let It Rain Films.
While the show has been a revolving door of bold personalities, Jojo Robinson has become a fan favorite and mainstay since Season 2. Known for her edgy tattoos, love for art, and unfiltered attitude, Jojo is married to South African kickboxing champ Calven Robinson and is a devoted mom to their nine-year-old son, Rocco.
We caught up with Jojo fresh off the award buzz — and let’s just say she had plenty to say. From her complicated friendship with Nonku Williams, the evolution of “Joku,” and what really goes down behind the scenes of RHOD, Jojo didn’t hold back.
Now that Season 5 has wrapped, how do you feel about it?
Apart from a few really hard things, I really enjoyed this season. I loved getting to know the new girls.
How have you changed since your first season?
I am literally a whole new person. I wouldn’t even know where to start. And I look forward to the growth that will come with everything that happened in Season 5.
How do you deal with all the attention you get from being on the show?
It’s become normal life for me. I’m always happy and grateful to meet anyone who loves the show.
Who is the most surprising celebrity you’ve connected with because of the show?
Where would I even start? Through this journey, I’ve met most of our celebrities, and honestly, it would be hard to pick just one. I absolutely love Khanyi Mbau. We speak often and get compared to being sisters a lot.
What has been your favourite moment on the show?
From Season 5, that would be our vow renewal in episode 1. Also, reuniting with Sorisha and finding a way to a friendship again.
How do you feel about where you and Nonku stand today?
I’m appreciative of the years we spent together and the love I had for her. Unfortunately, people do change, and the things they want in life change, and that’s okay too. Maybe in the future we will get to speak, but for now, I have peace in knowing that I loved hard. The time we spent together, I saw as sisterhood, and I’m grateful for that. I wish her nothing but love and peace with whoever she chooses.
What do you hope for the group moving forward?
To maintain peace, find real healing for those who need it, and continue to grow as a group. As hectic as we all are together, it’s our little bond.
If there was a Season 6, who would be in your dream cast?
I think it’s best we let the professionals decide on whoever they think is best suited.
If Season 5 were a cosmetic procedure, what would it be and why?
A tummy tuck, painful AF, but worth it in the end.
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