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The tragic deaths of Jayden Adams and Luqobo "Bibo" Makwedini have sparked an outpouring of grief across South Africa. But beyond the tributes, they've also raised important questions about the immense physical and mental demands placed on young athletes. episode artwork

EPISODE · Jul 13, 2026 · 8 MIN

The tragic deaths of Jayden Adams and Luqobo "Bibo" Makwedini have sparked an outpouring of grief across South Africa. But beyond the tributes, they've also raised important questions about the immense physical and mental demands placed on young athletes.

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The tragic deaths of Jayden Adams and Luqobo "Bibo" Makwedini have sparked an outpouring of grief across South Africa. But beyond the tributes, they've also raised important questions about the immense physical and mental demands placed on young athletes. Are we doing enough to protect their wellbeing, both on and off the field? Sports psychologist and Senior Lecturer at Unisa, Dr Koketjo Tsebe, joins us to unpack the pressures facing today's sporting stars. Guest: Dr Koketjo Tsebe: Sports Psychologist/ Senior Lecturer (Unisa)

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