Reality TV star Jojo Robinson is setting the record straight. After facing heavy criticism from fans of The Real Housewives of Durban (RHOD), Jojo took to Instagram to defend herself and her independence, making it clear that she is not anyone’s puppet.
Wearing a bold red bikini in her post, Jojo wrote, “| need this to be very clear… I AM NOT PROPERTY, I DO NOT BELONG TO ANYONE… I CAN NOT be given away or stolen… This narrative that anyone can TAKE ME implies I am merely property… I am a Human that loves easily, I find good in everyone and I Choose who to allow into my life…”
Jojo continued by saying that life has been difficult for her lately and that she is not in a position to share much at the moment because of the show.
“Shit isn’t easy for me at the moment but with the nature of TV I can’t share anything right now… I also don’t know anything right now… I would prefer that my friendships be allowed SPACE TO BREATHE… IT’S A LOT GUYS… I need to figure shit out…”
Her post seems to be a direct response to claims on social media and comments made by castmates suggesting that she is afraid to stand up to her close friend, Nonku Williams. Many viewers believe Jojo avoids calling Nonku out when she is wrong, and instead, supports her even during questionable behavior.
In a recent episode, singer and fellow RHOD star Londie London confronted Jojo, saying: “You were like a little puppet that’s being controlled. You were more like a puppet than a friend. You were not like that until you became her friend. I’ve always known you to have your own voice.”
This comment sparked conversations online, with fans sharing their opinions on X (formerly Twitter).
I think Jojo is in a toxic friendship with Nonku💔. If your friend is SCARED to be herself around you,SCARED to be honest about your wrongs,SCARED to make other friendships bcz you'd view her differently. No🙅🏾, some1 must save Jojo, she must speak out, BOLDLY.#RHOD #RHODurbanS5 pic.twitter.com/Yjjrz1CTkf
— Mantibane (@UNtlatywa) May 16, 2025@UNtlatywa wrote, “I think Jojo is in a toxic friendship with Nonku. If your friend is SCARED to be herself around you… someone must save Jojo, she must speak out, BOLDLY.”
Jojo ma babe I love you but you a back up singer. You’ve lost your voice as an individual and opted to fighting nonku’s battles. Also what’s this thing of no one is supposed to meet anyone else from the group ku Jokhu ship hai it’s not giving#RHODurban #RHODurbanS5 #rhod #nonku pic.twitter.com/DNuGX9V8tx
— Portia Mabaso (@PortiaMaba58) May 30, 2025Another user, @PortiaMaba58, said, “Jojo ma babe I love you but you’re a back-up singer. You’ve lost your voice as an individual and opted to fight Nonku’s battles.”
I hope Jojo listens to what Londie and Angel are saying (minus calling her a puppet). Just because she is Nonku's bestie does not mean she should lose herself, she can still be objective and call out right from wrong #RHOD #RHODurban #RHODurbanS5 pic.twitter.com/4OIGvcjsEo
— TVFanatic (@TVFanatic247) May 30, 2025@TVFanatic247 added, “I hope Jojo listens to what Londie and Angel are saying… Just because she is Nonku’s bestie does not mean she should lose herself.”
@kgotsohopelekau commented, “This thing about Nonku & Jojo is like a high school thing. The truth is Jojo is more invested than Nonku sadly.”
For now, Jojo is asking fans to be patient and understanding as she figures things out. She’s made it clear that she is not anyone’s puppet—and wants the space to breathe and find her own path again.
