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Condolences are pouring in after the announcement by the Stellenbosch Football Club of the death of its player, Oshwin Andries.

Lauded as Stellenbosch FC’s youngest-ever goal-scorer in the DSTV Premiership. Andries has been described as a beacon of hope to other young players.

Western Cape police spokesperson, Captain Nowonga Sukwana says, “He passed away in hospital last night as his family took him in. Last week, he was treated for a stab wound and due to complications he was turned back to the hospital. Circumstances around his stabbing are still under investigation.” Spokesperson for Western Cape Minister of Cultural Affairs and Sport, Tania Colyn says, “Minister Marais says: “Oshwin’s death is a devastating loss to sport in the province. He was a beacon of hope to other young players, as he chose to follow his football dreams as a means to future success. He had a bright football career ahead of him and I am saddened that his journey was cut short by a senseless act of violence.

 

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