Captain Siya Kolisi's soon-to-be ex-wife Rachel rubbed shoulders with Prince William at Earthshot Week in Cape Town.
A radiant Rachel Kolisi looked stylish at the opening day of Prince William's Earthshot Week event in Cape Town on Tuesday.
The philanthropist and women's empowerment advocate attended the prestigious event as CEO of the Kolisi Foundation, which she co-founded with her estranged husband and Springbok captain Siya Kolisi.
The foundation is dedicated to providing education and employment opportunities for South Africa's youth and shares Earthshot's mission to foster sustainable change and empower future leaders.
Kolisis has been trending for the past two weeks since the once golden couple announced their divorce on October 22nd.
“We wanted to share some important news with you. After much thought and candid conversations, we have mutually decided to end our marriage. This decision was made out of love, respect, and… “This comes from an understanding and this is the best path forward for both of us,” the statement reads in part.
Also read: Kolisi Shock: A timeline of how Siya and Rachel's marriage unfolded
Rachel Kolisi in Earthshot
Rachel participated in a panel discussion for the Youth Climate Leaders Program during Earthshot Week. The Environmental Earthshot initiative was led by the Prince of Wales in 2020.
This year's event will be held in Africa for the first time.
The panel focused on mobilizing young people to spearhead conservation efforts. This is a mission that resonates with both the Earthshot Prize and the Kolisi Foundation.
Rachel Kolisi's 'glow' after breakup
However, Rachel's fans didn't seem too fazed by the fact that she met the royal family, instead focusing on the tanned and toned fitness enthusiast's post-breakup 'glow'.
The former “First Lady of Rugby World'' exuded elegance in a tight sleeveless top and matching black flared pants, while showing off her sophisticated hairstyle.
Her outfit from Gina Ray Bennett's Style Rotate Initiative is in line with the global call for sustainable fashion and, of course, local designer Gina Ray Bennett's Earthshot environmental philosophy It was.
Rachel completed her look with a cheeky little handbag by Myra Champ and 'Foot Candy' by Steve Madden. Please take a look…
Mzansi shows love to Rachel
Her Instagram followers flocked to the comments section to support and give her thumbs up for her stunning look.
@myfashionandstylebook: “She's back and making a fuss! That's what we're here for! Go! That's right, Luck!”
@amy_the_running_chef: “Shine baby. Stand up and never look back. You look great.”
@danielle_onthemove: “I'm so glad you chose sustainable clothing! What a queen!”
@Grace Gaobepe: “I love that all women are so supportive. Our struggle is similar for women across cultural and racial divides. We must always love and support each other. Hmm, you look great, Rachel.” ❤️
@Henda du Plessis Schutte: “Rachel Kolisi, you look amazing. You deserve to put yourself first and be loved. You are more important than diamonds ♥️
@Vuyiseka Masiza Geza: Rachel, do what lights your soul. we are here for it ❤️
ALSO READ: 'Yay, yay, yay': Rachel Kolisi says she's 'fully ready for divorce' [VIDEO]
Going out with the kids on the weekends
Rachel posted on social media over the weekend for the first time since Kolisis' divorce announcement, saying she was enjoying a “soul weekend” and was on a journey to heal herself.
She spent some time at a retreat in Stamford with the couple's children, Nicholas and Keziah, and Siya's younger brother, Rifero.
Rachel shared photos and video clips of memorable moments with her family in a luxurious villa on a merry-go-round.
In one of the clips, she teaches 17-year-old Refero how to drive a Mercedes-Benz.
