The husband of popular Zimbabwean skit actress Ashly, widely known as Mai Jeremiah, has issued an emotional public statement following what he described as a traumatic two week period for their family. In the statement, Ngoma Republic confirms that his wife was “sexually violated” and that the case is now before the courts.
Ngoma expressed frustration at the public’s rush to judge Ashly based on her on screen comedic persona. “The person you see as Mai Jeremiah is a character,” he said. “Ashly is my wife of eight years, the mother of our three children, and a beloved daughter-in-law in our family. The real Ashly is not who social media trolls are attacking.”
He went on to describe Ashly as a principled woman who resisted multiple advances from wealthy and powerful individuals during her rise in social media fame. “She was never tempted,” he emphasized, adding that she appointed him as her manager to signal professional boundaries to opportunists with ulterior motives.
The statement took a personal and political turn, highlighting that Ashly’s choice to speak out represents many women who have remained silent after being exploited by influential figures. “You are standing in for those other women who couldn’t report,” Ngoma wrote, applauding her courage despite the potential cost to her career.
Closing the statement, Ngoma reaffirmed his unwavering support for his wife, saying, “This fight is not yours alone… Whether we win or lose, your husband and the whole family believe you.” The case now awaits further legal proceedings, as the nation watches with bated breath.
