‘I am working on myself’ — Sello Sebotsane’s public apology to ex-wife Shoki Mmola

Cape Town – Sello Sebotsane has publicly apologised to his ex-wife, actress Shoki Mmola, and their children for past abuse.

In a TikTok video, he expressed deep regret for his actions, acknowledging the harm he caused and emphasising that violence is never the answer.

He committed to working on himself and advocating for young men to speak out about their pain.

“This is an apology directed to my ex-wife… For the part I have played in hurting you, harming you. I am deeply sorry. I know words cannot mend what is broken. I am working on myself and I am looking forward to working with the young ones to try to stop this scourge because with violence we go nowhere,” Sello said. 

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“Violence is no answer. It is not right. I repeat, it is not right. And us men, young boys, let’s learn to let it out, let’s learn to speak. Yes, be vulnerable. Someone somewhere will see and understand your pain and make you feel better, and only you can do that for yourself. To the fans, thank you for everything. Thank you for standing with me. To those I disappointed, I am sorry. I am only human. I don’t want to justify anything. Wrong is wrong. Let’s make things right. Let’s make this a better world. I will do it. I will do it my way.”

According to Times Live, Shoki had previously spoken out about the physical abuse she suffered during their marriage, detailing an incident where she was choked and beaten, leaving her with lasting physical and emotional scars.