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Lusanda Dumke

1996 – 2025

South African rugby union player

Rugby union player
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About Lusanda Dumke

Lived 1996 – 2025 (aged 29). Lusanda Dumke was a South African rugby union player.

Lusanda Dumke (11 September 1996 – 16 December 2025) was a South African professional rugby union player who played as a flanker.

Biography Lusanda Dumke was born on 11 September 1996.

In 2022, she played for the Border Bulldogs. She had only two caps for South Africa when she was selected in September 2022 to play in the World Cup in New Zealand.

She retired from her international career due to health concerns. Dumke died of a rare form of stomach cancer in East London, on 16 December 2025, aged 29.

President Cyril Ramaphosa has given his full approval for a special provincial funeral in her honour. The funeral will take place on 28 December 2025 beginning with a private family service, followed by a public ceremony in KwaCentane, Eastern Cape.

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Important facts

Born
11 September 1996, East London
Birth century
20th century
Died
16 December 2025, East London
Occupation
Rugby union player
Nationality
South Africa
Education
University of Fort Hare
Awards
SA Rugby Women's Player of the Year

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Lusanda Dumke?

South African rugby union player (1996-2025)

When was Lusanda Dumke born?

Lusanda Dumke was born on 11 September 1996 in East London.

When did Lusanda Dumke die?

Lusanda Dumke died on 16 December 2025 in East London.

What was Lusanda Dumke's occupation?

Lusanda Dumke was a rugby union player.

What nationality was Lusanda Dumke?

Lusanda Dumke was South African.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Lusanda Dumke

· Wikidata: Q114355960

· DBpedia: Lusanda Dumke

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