The marriage of former *Yizo Yizo* star Ernest Msibi and businesswoman Nana Zondi has come to a dramatic end. The couple, who had been together for several years, confirmed their separation to *Daily Sun*, revealing that they have gone their separate ways after facing growing challenges in their relationship.
Marriage Breakdown
Msibi, known for his role in the popular South African drama *Yizo Yizo*, declined to discuss the specific reasons for their split. However, reports have surfaced indicating that Nana Zondi, who is also a businesswoman and a featured cast member of *Real Housewives of Durban*, made the difficult decision to ask Ernest to leave their marital home on Thursday, 12 September.
Nana, heartbroken by the turn of events, confirmed the separation, explaining that she had reached her breaking point after enduring challenges in the relationship for too long. “I chased him out of our home because we’re currently separated. I’ve been persevering for too long, I’m tired of him, and I’m done,” she told *Daily Sun*.
Ernest Responds
Ernest, now staying at his grandparents’ house in Zola, Soweto, did not deny the split but was tight-lipped about the details. He emphasized that he would not air their private issues publicly, saying, “You can write about our separation. I don’t care, but I won’t divulge or put our dirty laundry out there to be seen by the public. What happened is between Nana and me. It’s not for the public.”
### Love Over Money
The couple’s relationship had always attracted public attention due to its unique dynamics. Nana previously revealed that when they first met at the Artizen Lounge in Durban in 2019, Ernest was struggling financially. However, Nana chose to focus on love rather than money, and the two tied the knot in 2021. Their love story was celebrated as an example of enduring love that overcomes hardships.
In 2022, Nana shared with *Daily Sun* that she had been there for Ernest during his lowest moments, offering him support when he was “down and out.” Her decision to stand by him and prioritize their love over financial stability was seen as a testament to her devotion.
### Heartache and Healing
Now, Nana is focused on healing from the heartbreak of their separation. She described the emotional toll it has taken on her but made it clear that she is ready to move forward. For Nana, the separation marks the end of a chapter she had fought hard to maintain but could no longer sustain.
While the details of what led to their marital breakdown remain undisclosed, both Nana and Ernest seem to be handling the separation in their own ways. Ernest has maintained a dignified silence, refusing to let the media pry into their private lives, while Nana is on a journey of emotional recovery.
### A Private Matter
The public is left to speculate on what went wrong in this seemingly strong relationship. Ernest’s insistence on keeping their issues private suggests that the reasons for their split may be deeply personal. Despite the separation, their love story is one that captured the hearts of many South Africans, from their unlikely beginning to their eventual breakup.
As both parties begin their new journeys apart, they have asked for privacy and respect during this challenging time.