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FILE | Boks women flanker , Lusanda Dumke
The family of the women’s rugby star, Lusanda Dumke, says they are still coming to terms with her passing.
The 29-year-old died in an East London private hospital on Tuesday, following a long battle with cancer.
SA Rugby pays tribute to Lusanda Dumke: “She will be remembered not only as a former captain of our Springbok Women’s team, but also as a symbol of courage, leadership, and resilience far beyond her years” – more here: 🇿🇦 pic.twitter.com/z7oCorCZch
— SA Women’s Rugby (@WomenBoks) December 16, 2025
She has been described as a distinguished ambassador for women’s sport in South Africa.
Her sister, Nwabisa Dumke, says it will take time to accept Lusanda’s death.
“ She really loved sports we had high hopes in her, but the Lord decided to take her, as family we are not happy at all.”
VIDEO | FORMER SPRINGBOK WOMEN’S AND BULLS DALSIES CAPTAIN, LUSANDA DUMKE PASSES AWAY
