Hoskins also said, "His emergence was a demonstration of what can be achieved when talent is combined with opportunity in what is always a very competitive position in Springbok rugby". There were pleas for donations for a burial, with his last club Hamiltons offering to help his family. Sport and Recreation Minister Fikile Mbalula told Parliament two days after the murder that Tyibilika had done his country proud.
Hoskins' success was a result of his talent combined with opportunities available within Springbok rugby, which is known for its high level of competition. There were requests for donations to cover funeral expenses, with Hamiltons, Tyibilika's last club, offering assistance to his family. The Minister of Sport and Recreation, Fikile Mbalula, acknowledged Tyibilika's contributions to the country after his murder.