There are still no details regarding her cause of death, however according to several reports, she was found dead in her Polo Fields home. The SABC has confirmed her untimely passing through a tweet "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."
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.#RIPPearlShongwe pic.twitter.com/cwAj8cPdVV
— SABC (@SABCPortal) November 8, 2022
On social media, a WhatsApp message is circulating from a neighboring forum and it reads “We regret to inform you that one of our residents has passed away inside her Unit. The family of the resident has been notified and is at The Polofields presently.
South Africans are shattered by the news, and they have taken to social media to share their heartfelt condolences.
The EFF sends its condolences to the family, friends and colleagues of Metro FM News Reader Pearl Shongwe.
— Economic Freedom Fighters (@EFFSouthAfrica) November 8, 2022
When death visits, it is never pleasant for anyone. Our thoughts and prayers are with the Shongwe family.
May they be comforted and may her soul rest in peace. pic.twitter.com/FyhdS6YodY
Pearl Shongwe made some of us fall in love with the #OneDayLeader show
— Thabiso (@Thabiso_T_) November 8, 2022
She hosted it brilliantly with her out of the world voice
We will miss u sisters 🤦🏾♂️🤦🏾♂️🤦🏾♂️ pic.twitter.com/1V49QC9imj
Yoh the news of Pearl Shongwe's passing has literally broken me. I have been such a huge fan of hers from her Fresh Breakfast days, Morning Flava... Yoh! 💔💔😭😭
— THAMSANQA NOGWANYA (@Nogwee) November 8, 2022
Rest in peace to a friend, my One Day Leader colleague & a shining star, Pearl Shongwe. You left an unforgettable mark in every space you occupied & your presence lifted those around you. May God be with you through eternity. Your memory will live in our hearts forever. ❤️🙏🏾 🕊️ pic.twitter.com/YibP8WT2mH
— Tebogo Ditshego (@TebogoDitshego) November 8, 2022
Rest easy sis Pearl Shongwe. You were always a positive person and such a career driven individual.
— The Best Thing Ever Official (@SabbyTheDJ) November 8, 2022
It was an honour working with you and knowing you. Condolences to your family, friends and colleagues.
RIP 🕊️💔 pic.twitter.com/0yZlFFeOzW
I'm deeply hurt, RIP Pearl Shongwe 😭😭🕊🥺🥺
— Mshay'Wesinqa (@EyakwaZulu) November 8, 2022
Pearl shongwe #SoniaBooth #TerryPheto Black #RIPPearlShongwe Penuel Klaus Bathong Privileged Rappers Royal AM #cheesecake https://t.co/90JgquOpcI
Pearl Shongwe you are free now , you lived your life and I’m sure when your soul left your body you reflected on your life here on earth and I’m sure you smiled like you always do …. All we can do is to celebrate you for we have gained a beautiful energetic sweet Angel. pic.twitter.com/JPMQ8qh1aQ
— Thulani Mathebula 👁👑 (@chrisreymond89) November 8, 2022
So sad to learn about Pearl Shongwe’s passing man! 😢
— Kokeletso.L (@l_keletso) November 8, 2022
Life is fragile and fleeting!
What a talent? What a beautiful mind?
May her soul rest in peace!
Condolences to her family, friends, colleagues and supporters! 💕💐 🙏🏾
I'm so heartbroken. I loved the way #pearlshongwe read the news. She had such a beautiful laugh & voice. Wow.💔
— Raised in Africa💫 (@paballo_patsa) November 8, 2022