“This Is So Cute”: Kids’ Tribute to Late SA Rugby Star Luqobo Makwedini Melts Mzansi Hearts
- Young rugby kids honoured the memory of late South African rugby star Luqobo Makwedini in a touching tribute video
- The video was shared by Twitter account @PSAFLIVE on 16 August 2026, capturing a moment that moved thousands online
- South Africans flooded the comments to mourn the young star and celebrate the children keeping his name alive
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A group of young rugby players brought South Africa to tears when they paid tribute to late rugby star Luqobo “Bibo” Makwedini in a video that spread quickly across social media.
The clip was shared by @PSAFLIVE on 16 August 2026, with the caption: “A tribute to the late Luqobo Makwedini.” In it, young boys on a rugby field can be seen performing his iconic "Felicia" war cry, as their small voices carrying the weight of a community still grieving.
Who was Luqobo Makwedini?
Makwedini was a young South African rugby talent who captured the hearts of those who followed the sport closely. He was widely regarded as one of the game’s brightest prospects, a player whose skill and spirit stood out from an early age. His death left a deep wound in the South African rugby community, particularly among those who had watched him develop and believed he had a long future ahead of him.
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A tribute that touched Mzansi
What made the video so powerful was its simplicity. These were children, likely the next generation of players inspired by Makwedini, keeping his name alive on a foggy field.
Watch the tribute video that moved South Africa below:
Mzansi reacts to the video
South Africans in the comments were visibly moved, with many taking a moment to reflect on just how much was lost:
@BkMalala said:
“Rest easy young legend.🌿"
@Feliciamabuza wrote:
“What do they say? The sound of one's name is like music to their ears. Cute! Loving this. 😍 Luqobo (Bibo) really multiplied.”
@Summer29582547 commented:
“So cute.”
@PhumlaneMkhize1 added:
“We lost a legend.”
@MagabaSana shared:
“🥰 They are so cute.”
For many watching, the video was not just a tribute. It was proof that Makwedini’s impact stretched far beyond the rugby field, all the way down to the youngest players who are just beginning their journey in the sport he loved.
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