Ramaphosa pays tribute to sports stars Jayden Adams and Luqobo Makwedini
South African President Cyril Ramaphosa has expressed condolences following the deaths of young athletes Jayden Adams and Luqobo Makwedini. The two sports stars passed away at ages 25 and 20, respectively, while the nation is engaged in major international sporting events.
Why it matters
The loss of prominent young athletes impacts national morale and highlights the risks associated with professional sports careers.
JOHANNESBURG - President Cyril Ramaphosa has offered his deep condolences to the families of Jayden Adams and Luqobo Makwedini, who passed away at the ages of 25 and 20, respectively.
Adams, a Bafana Bafana and Mamelodi Sundowns midfielder, died just after he returned to South Africa from the FIFA World Cup.
Makwedini reportedly died in France following a practice session with his French club, AS Béziers Hérault.
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