When Rachel Kolisi touched down in South Africa at sunrise, she didn’t just return from a trip — she returned from a milestone moment in her family’s journey. After spending days in France supporting her ex-husband, Siya Kolisi, as he reached his 100th Springbok Test cap, Rachel shared a tender post that quickly reminded South Africans why she remains one of the country’s most relatable celebrity moms.
A Tender Moment Of Motherhood
On her Facebook page, Rachel posted a quiet snapshot of her two children, Nicholas and Keziah, both still in their school uniforms, fast asleep in the car. The family had just landed at 6 a.m. after a long-haul flight from France, where they cheered Siya on from the stands during his centurion match.
Her caption was simple but deeply resonant — a reflection of every parent’s balancing act between routine and exhaustion. Despite their jet lag, Rachel revealed that her children insisted on going to school, only to drift off in the car moments later.
“I sent them straight to bed,” she added with a touch of humour and tenderness — the kind that South African moms instantly understand.
“Super Mom” Energy
What really caught Mzansi’s attention wasn’t just the photo but what came next. On her Instagram stories, Rachel revealed that she went straight to the hospital for a mammogram soon after landing. Her openness sparked admiration online, especially as she encouraged women to keep up with their health checks, citing the increasing number of cancer cases among young women.
It was another example of Rachel using her platform to speak to something larger than her own story — a reminder of self-care that resonated deeply across social media.
Mzansi Reacts With Love
The post quickly went viral, racking up over 48 000 likes and thousands of comments. Many South Africans praised Rachel’s strength, calling her a “super mom” for juggling her kids’ needs, travel fatigue, and her own health appointments.
Facebook user @Mpendulo Bmj Mbatha commented, “Hambo lala Ntombi (go sleep, dear), you need to rest as well. Gosh, being a mommy.” Another, @Candice Lynne Gray, added, “You are a super mom. You also need a power nap, I’m sure.”
Some couldn’t help but share lighthearted jokes about the kids’ determination to go to school — or their likely excitement to tell their friends about watching their dad make rugby history in Paris. Others hinted that the Kolisis’ strong co-parenting dynamic might still have room for reconciliation once Siya’s rugby career winds down.
Balancing Co-Parenting And Purpose
Though Rachel and Siya Kolisi’s separation has been a public one, their continued teamwork as parents remains a model of grace and maturity. Between supporting each other’s milestones and protecting their children’s sense of family, the Kolisi’s have managed to maintain respect and harmony under the public eye.
And while this post may have been about two sleepy school kids, it also carried something much deeper — a message about love, endurance, and the strength of a woman who keeps showing up for everyone around her, even when she’s running on empty.
Source: Briefly
Image Source: Rachel Kolisi on Instagram
