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TimesLIVE
01-08-2025
- Health
- TimesLIVE
Popular BBL and liposuction expert Dr Pert has died
Aesthetics doctor and body sculpting expert Dr Pertunia Mathibe, known as Dr Pert, has died. Her clinic confirmed her passing on Thursday. 'It is with great sadness to announce the passing of Dr Pert of Dr Pert Centre for Body Sculpting. 'We are heartbroken by this loss. She was a light to many and her legacy lives on through the countless lives she touched. We ask for privacy and respect for the family and team.' Shortly before her death, her team announced the cancellation of appointments scheduled for Thursday. Dr Pert was one of South Africa's leading body sculpting specialists, with more than 100 successful procedures performed. She graduated from Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University and founded the Dr Pert Centre for Body Sculpting in Pretoria. She was known for her Brazilian Butt Lifts (BBLs), liposuction and anti-ageing treatments, mostly done on celebrities and influencers. Her popularity soared between 2020 and 2021 after popular influencers shared their experiences on social media. Her death sent shock waves through the medical and aesthetic communities.
IOL News
01-08-2025
- Health
- IOL News
Remembering Dr Pertunia Mathibe: the trailblazer who redefined beauty standards in South Africa
On Thursday, the announcement of Dr Pertunia Mathibe's untimely passing sent shockwaves through the wellness community and beyond. Image: X In the world of health, wellness, and self-discovery, some rare individuals leave behind more than just memories; they ignite movements, inspire courage and transform lives. On Thursday, the wellness community and countless patients were shaken by the news that Dr Pertunia Mathibe, known lovingly as Dr Pert, had passed away. Video Player is loading. Play Video Play Unmute Current Time 0:00 / Duration -:- Loaded : 0% Stream Type LIVE Seek to live, currently behind live LIVE Remaining Time - 0:00 This is a modal window. Beginning of dialog window. Escape will cancel and close the window. 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Text Color White Black Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Background Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Transparent Window Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Transparent Semi-Transparent Opaque Font Size 50% 75% 100% 125% 150% 175% 200% 300% 400% Text Edge Style None Raised Depressed Uniform Dropshadow Font Family Proportional Sans-Serif Monospace Sans-Serif Proportional Serif Monospace Serif Casual Script Small Caps Reset restore all settings to the default values Done Close Modal Dialog End of dialog window. Next Stay Close ✕ She passed away after an undisclosed illness on Wednesday, July 30. Her family confirmed the heartbreaking news in a statement on Thursday, sharing: 'It is with great sadness that we announce the untimely passing of Dr Pert of the Dr Pert Centre for Body Sculpting. We are heartbroken by this loss. "She was a light to many, and her legacy lives on through the countless lives she touched. We kindly ask for privacy and respect for the family and team during this difficult time.' Her passing has left a void far bigger than her clinic's waiting room. To many South Africans, Pert wasn't just an aesthetic doctor; she was a partner in transformation, a confidant, and a fierce advocate for celebrating African beauty in all its shapes and shades. A vision born in Hammanskraal Born and raised in Hammanskraal, Tshwane, Mathibe broke barriers in an industry that often looks overseas for inspiration. In 2017, she launched the Dr Pert Centre for Body Sculpting in Pretoria, a space dedicated to African clients seeking cosmetic and wellness treatments tailored to their unique bodies and lifestyles. From non-surgical butt lifts and liposuction to anti-ageing treatments and skin rejuvenation, she offered science-backed, carefully customised procedures. But those close to her say her real magic wasn't just in the results, it was in how she made clients feel. When I came across the headlines regarding the death of a former colleague of mine I came to understand that waking up every morning is a gift. 😥 Recalled the moments from the trauma and emergency department during her pursuit of aesthetic studies RIP DR Pert @drpertcentre — 🇿🇦Small_Business_Retweeter(Wendy Masote) (@wendymasote) July 31, 2025 With over 100 successful procedures on African bodies, her work wasn't just about physical transformation. Her approach went beyond physical transformation; she believes in restoring confidence, realigning self-image, and helping her patients walk boldly in their own skin. Over the years, Mathibe became a trusted name among celebrities and influencers like Cyan Boujee and Dineo Moloisane, who credited her with helping them feel more confident in the public eye. But her approach was never just about sculpting curves or smoothing skin. She spoke often about the power of aesthetic medicine to heal emotional wounds tied to body image and self-worth, particularly for African women whose beauty is rarely celebrated by global standards. Before and after image of some of Dr Pert's cosmetic procedure, the famous Brazilian Butt Lift Image: Dr Pert /X Mathibe's clinic stood out for offering procedures adapted for African skin and body types, something historically overlooked in the global beauty industry. News of her passing spread quickly on social media, where clients, fans, and fellow professionals shared emotional tributes. 'We sincerely apologise for any inconvenience this may cause. Further information and alternative arrangements will be communicated directly to affected clients in due course. Thank you for your understanding and continued support,' their statement read.
