The England coach does not think the right-hander's decision will damage the Proteas.
AB de Villiers will lead The Proteas for the remaining two games of the four-match series.
Alastair Cook's side lose six wickets in second innings but retain 1-0 series lead.
The tourists toil in the field as the Proteas eat into England's mammoth first innings total.
British authorities have been informed about the body, which was discovered at night.
The cricketer was one of six pacemen who were to join the Potential England Performance Programme (PEPP) in South Africa this winter.
South Africa face England in the second Test match on Saturday. Find out how to watch the match live in the UK.
The tourists lead by 261 runs after dominating day three in Durban.
Compton and Taylor put on 125 for the fourth wicket to deny the Proteas.
South Africa face England in the first Test match on Saturday. Find out how to follow the match live in the UK.
South Africa A trail by 243 runs with eight second innings wickets remaining in Pietermartzburg.
James Stevenson says he only used his phone for moments in Cape Town's airport.
Nottinghamshire opener fails to convince after making just eight for the second consecutive innings.
Thousands have taken to the streets calling on the ANC leader to resign as the country's President.
Decision is part of review initiated by Barclays chief executive Jes Staley to turnaround the company.
The first Test begins on Boxing Day in Durban.
South Africans start #ZumaMustFall Twitter campaign as finance minister Nhlanhla Nene is unexpectedly fired.
The clip shows the officer peppering the red saloon in bullet holes as he lets off 12 rounds.
Torn ligaments following warm-up football game continues to hinder Philander after India series.
Five-star hotel for dogs features an à la carte menu, spa and concierge service.
The trial was conducted in the glare of international media and added pressure on the original judge's verdict.
Meyer claims the 'time has come for change' following World Cup semi-final defeat to New Zealand.