Tragedy as medical doctor dies days after tweeting about exhaustion

A young South African dental surgeon, Dr. Ncumisa Mdlocolo, has tragically passed away just days after expressing her extreme exhaustion on social media.

Dr. Mdlocolo, who fulfilled her dream of becoming a doctor in December 2020, had shared her struggles with fatigue in a tweet on January 28, 2025.

“I’m so exhausted. Feels like I’m going to pass away, but I also want to read. Ndithini?” she wrote.

https://x.com/chimurengpapi/status/1884297152471470221?t=s_s1W0WkXrY7pZ9JG7fvhQ&s=19

A concerned friend advised her to rest, to which she responded, “Ewe, I’m exhausted.”

https://x.com/chimurengpapi/status/1884305929144844371?t=OFXrohWK7wo1GWKsqZLevw&s=19

Sadly, just four days later, on February 1, 2025, she was confirmed dead.

Her sudden passing has left friends, colleagues, and social media users heartbroken, with many taking to X (formerly Twitter) to mourn her loss and reflect on the intense pressure faced by medical professionals.

Read some netizens’ reactions below;

@randie: Sad news indeed, may her soul rest in peace

@makhoba: Im so sorry Ncumisa. Condolences to your family.

@nomafu: Guys I am not okay. I supervised her at UWC… such a humble and calm person. My deepest sympathy goes to her family and siblings and loved ones. May God receive her beautiful soul in Heaven

@motswaneb: I don’t mean to b insensitive but rest guys dnt over do it. At the end of the day we need rested bodies n minds..RIP doc ur beautiful self shall b remembered n condolences to her family..