I stand before you today, bearing a burden that has weighed me down for far too long. Depression has been suffocating me, and I’ve come to realize that silence is not always the best solution. Today, I’ve decided to share my story with you, in the hopes that it may help others who may be facing similar struggles.
My ex-wife, Andile Charleline Muza, mother of my son Kendrick Godfrey Zhanje, betrayed me in the worst possible way. While we were still married, she cheated on me with another married man, Michael Ngabayezwe Ndebele. To make matters worse, she gave him my number, and he sent me nude photos and sex videos on WhatsApp. The pain and humiliation I felt were unbearable.
Michael, the man she cheated with, is also married to Dudu, who is Andile’s friend. I was blindsided by this revelation, and it pushed me to the edge. I almost took my own life due to the depression that consumed me.
But l’ve come to realize that as men, we often suffer in silence, thinking that we must bear our burdens alone. I’m here to tell you that this is not true. We need to seek help, support, and counseling when we’re facing such struggles.
It’s okay to not be okay, and it’s okay to ask for help.
So, if you’re facing similar challenges, please don’t hesitate to reach out. Talk to someone, seek counseling, and don’t suffer in silence. Let’s break the stigma surrounding mental health and support each other in our times of need.
Thank you for listening to my story. I hope it can help others find the strength to share theirs.
