Johannesburg – Pearl Shongwe, a newsreader for SABC and Metro FM, has died.

According to the SABC, Shongwe, 35, was discovered dead in her Waterfall apartment on Tuesday.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Shongwe was a newscaster for Metro FM’s Touch Drive, which is hosted by Tbo Touch.

She was also a weekend sports host on SABC’s Sports Live.

A note from the estate management informed residents of the demise of the media figure.

“We regret to inform you that one of our residents passed away in her apartment. The family has been notified and is currently present at the Polo Fields.

“During the day, you may observe police, ambulance, and coroner vehicles on the estate.” Please do not be concerned; the matter is being handled. “There is now no need for fear,” the statement stated.

Pearl Shongwe, a newscaster for SABC’s Metro FM, has gone away. It is believed she passed away at her Polo Fields residence, north of Johannesburg. #sabcnews

Pearl Shongwe on the #TouchDown deserves to host a radio or television show that focuses on the outstanding leaders and trailblazers among us. I appreciate her composure and the way she asks engaging, hard, and precise questions that get the greatest responses from attendees and expand the discourse. #Talent.

Colonel Noxolo Kweza, a police spokesperson, confirmed to IOL on Tuesday night that officers in Midrand had uncovered the death of a 35-year-old woman in an apartment and had subsequently opened an inquest file.

She said an investigation would be conducted to determine the cause of death.

Owen S Management, Shongwe’s management company, described the Soweto-born media personality as a former Miss Soweto 2011 finalist, television presenter, newsreader, voice artist, and facilitator who had always dreamed of a career in broadcasting and began auditioning for television commercials at age 12.

They also hailed her as a “media landscape force to be reckoned with” who would not be swept away in a fast-paced world.

“Pearl has found herself in the anchoring chair, behind the microphone, and on some of the world’s largest stages as a master of ceremonies, program director, and facilitator.

“Her career began in 2010 when she worked as an entertainment reporter for youth radio station YFM alongside youth pioneer and DJ Mo Flava for more than two years.



Shongwe worked as a floor MC at Silverstar Casino, where she learned the knack of interacting with audiences, according to her management company’s website.

Fans have paid respect to the deceased media star on social media.