WATCH | Siya’s solo Father’s Day melts Mzansi’s heart

Cape Town – Siya Kolisi celebrated his first Father’s Day since separating from Rachel Kolisi with heartfelt joy and quiet reflection.

The Springboks captain, affectionately known as the People’s Captain, shared warm family moments on Instagram with the simple caption: “Lekker weekend”.

The images show him embracing fatherhood with confidence — spending quality time with his son Nicholas, daughter Keziah, and his younger siblings, Liyema and Liphelo. From backyard rugby to casual family outings, the snapshots captured not just everyday moments, but a deeper story of love renewed rather than lost.

 

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A video even captures Siya visiting fellow Springbok star Cheslin Kolbe’s family, where the children played freely and the two rugby greats shared a moment of quiet, brotherly camaraderie.

What made this Father’s Day so special wasn’t the absence of drama — there simply wasn’t any. Instead, it offered something far more meaningful: co-parenting with purpose and presence. Since their separation, Siya and Rachel Kolisi have remained committed to raising their children in a loving, supportive environment.

According to The South African, Rachel and the kids have been based in Cape Town, while Siya now lives in Durban. But for this weekend, their shared intention was clear—family comes first.

And that’s what captured Mzansi’s heart. Here was a national icon reminding the country that fatherhood is his most treasured title. Social media lit up with scenes of joy: backyard tackles, dinners out, and playful banter — proving that love lives in life’s simple, everyday moments.

“If simplicity was a person 👏👏I love it for you Siya and happy Baba’s day”, wrote Thabi_ maSoni

“Gxiya, Happy Fathers Fay Gqwashu 🤍💙😁🥰” commented, ndinguyemagaba

Reuben Riffel, wrote,  “Father’s Day boyz”

Compiled by Lisabeal Nqamqhele