By Katlego Sekhu
Radio and television broadcaster Pearl Shongwe has reportedly passed away.
The SABC reports that Pearl Shongwe’s family confirmed her untimely passing.
“The SABC has learned through the family of Pearl Shongwe that she has sadly passed away. The SABC extends its heartfelt condolences to the Shongwe Family.”
Per the statement, Shongwe, 35, passed away in her sleep at her apartment in Johannesburg. Her body was discovered by her neighbours on Tuesday.
Loved by the masses, Pearl Shongwe was a newsreader on Metro FM and a presenter on Daily Thetha.
The Shongwe family has asked for privacy during their time of mourning.
This is a developing story.
Tributes have been pouring in on social media for the broadcaster following the news about her passing.
Pearl Shongwe lived life ,a happy soul
— Catchvibe Moatshe (@IamCatchvibe) November 8, 2022
She left her mark ,her work was beautiful on tv and on Metro Fm .May her soul rest in peace #Rippearlshongwe pic.twitter.com/cPotl9PVIV
#RipPearlShongwe
— DJ Fresh (Big Dawg) (@DJFreshSA) November 8, 2022
This day is eternally etched in my memory coz it was here that I truly saw your love for your community!! 🥹 In between the tears and running eyeliner!! Robala ka Kagiso 😢🤧🤯 https://t.co/K9jD5GIXhQ
How painfully devastating to hear of Pearl Shongwe’s untimely passing. She was incredibly talented and loved by many. May her soul rest in peace ❤️#RIPPearlShongwe
— Sechaba Gqeba (@Sechaba_G) November 8, 2022



