Hidden Confessions of Love: Mjolo, The Pandemic in South Africa

Chapter 6: The End of Mjolo?

7.1 Does True Love Even Exist Anymore? (Spoiler: Maybe)

In the whirlwind of mjolo—the ghosting, the blue ticks, the lobola negotiations that feel like car deals—you might wonder: does true love even exist anymore? It’s a fair question. In a world where romantic relationships seem to be fueled by emojis, three-second TikTok trends, and the occasional “you up?” text, love can start to feel like it’s on life support. But here’s the thing—just when you’re ready to give up, there’s always that one couple. You know the type: They’ve been together since high school, they survived load-shedding arguments, and they still share a slab of Cadbury chocolate like it’s the first time.

So, the spoiler is: true love does exist. It’s just hidden under layers of miscommunication, Instagram filters, and unreasonable expectations. Proverbs 6:32 might be all about the consequences of straying from love, but it also reminds us that when we choose the right path, love can thrive. Maybe love isn’t dead; it’s just taking a breather, waiting for someone to swipe right on commitment instead of just a cute selfie.

7.2 Surviving Mjolo: A Guide to Heartbreak and Healing

Everyone’s been there: the breakup blues, sitting on your couch eating slap chips while stalking your ex’s Instagram (which you swore you wouldn’t do). Whether it’s being dumped via text or discovering that your baecation plans are suddenly a solo trip, heartbreak in the world of mjolo is inevitable. The important thing? Surviving it without blocking half your contacts list.

Here’s your guide to surviving mjolo-induced heartbreak:

• Step 1: Mourn, but Do It Properly – Yes, you’re allowed to feel the feelings. Ugly cry to your favorite Brenda Fassie song, post a cryptic WhatsApp status, but limit it to 48 hours max. Any longer, and your friends will schedule an intervention.

• Step 2: Resist the Drunk Text – We’ve all been there. It’s 2 a.m., and suddenly your ex’s number looks very appealing. Remember Proverbs 6:35—jealousy and revenge won’t heal your heart, and neither will that “I miss you” text.

• Step 3: Self-Love is the New Romance – Ever notice how life improves when you stop chasing after toxic mjolo dynamics? Treat yourself to a spa day, finish that Netflix series guilt-free, or just enjoy a week of not caring who viewed your status. Healing comes when you realize you deserve love that doesn’t require a “read receipt.”

Remember, the end of mjolo is not the end of the world. You may have lost a lover, but you’ve gained a VIP seat to a fresh start. Heartbreak sucks, but like data, it eventually gets restored, and you’ll be back online in no time.

7.3 What Proverbs Didn’t Tell You: A Little Faith, A Lot of Humor

Proverbs 6:32-35 tells us what happens when love goes wrong. But what Proverbs didn’t tell us is how essential a sense of humor is to surviving the mess that is modern mjolo. Let’s face it—without a good laugh, mjolo will have you questioning your life choices and swearing off dating forever. Between dodging blessers, surviving the “talking stage,” and figuring out who gets to choose the Netflix show, humor might be the only thing keeping you sane.

Here’s the secret sauce: a little faith and a lot of humor. When things go wrong (and they will), laugh at the absurdity. Didn’t get the text back? Laugh. Found out bae was “seeing other people”? Laugh harder. Humor, in this messy dating game, is your lifeline. It lightens the load, gives perspective, and reminds you that love, for all its complications, is still worth the journey.

So, while Proverbs focuses on the consequences of bad behavior, we can learn something extra: life, like mjolo, isn’t perfect. But with faith in something greater, and the ability to laugh at the absurdity of it all, we’ll survive the ups and downs. After all, the end of one mjolo is just the beginning of a new chapter—and who knows? The next one might just surprise you with true love and a working Wi-Fi connection.