The tragic incident involving Djabi is certainly alarming, but it highlights a broader, ongoing challenge regarding the safety of high-profile athletes in many parts of the continent. While it is easy to view these events as isolated tragedies, the reality is that the increased visibility of African footballers often makes them targets for crime, whether they are playing domestically or abroad. Football federations absolutely need to do more, perhaps by implementing formal security protocols for players during international windows and providing better resources for personal security awareness. At the same time, we must recognize that federations cannot monitor every aspect of a player's private life, so a balance between organizational protection and individual personal safety measures is necessary. Ultimately, this serves as a wake-up call for stakeholders to prioritize the security of their stars as much as they do the development of the game itself.