Cape Town – South Africa’s aesthetic and wellness community is in mourning following the sudden passing of Dr Pertunia Mathibe —affectionately known as Dr Pert — a leading figure in Brazilian butt lift (BBL) and body sculpting.
Her practice confirmed this tragic news in a statement released on July 30, 2025, disclosing that she died after an undisclosed illness, leaving behind a legacy celebrated by clients and industry peers alike.
Her clinic’s announcement expressed deep sorrow,“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.”
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Dr Pert began her journey in Hammanskraal, Tshwane, and launched her aesthetic practice there in 2017. Over the following years, she became one of South Africa’s most sought-after cosmetic practitioners—especially known for her BBL procedures, liposuction, and anti-ageing treatments tailored to African bodies and beauty ideals, reported IOL.
In her brief but impactful career, Dr Pert re‑defined how aesthetic medicine could serve African women—celebrating curves, restoring self-worth, and shifting beauty standards toward greater inclusivity. Her passing leaves an irreplaceable void not only in her clinic’s waiting room, but in the hearts of the countless individuals who trusted her vision and care.
Tributes and messages of shock poured in across social media, with emotional reactions expressing the extent of her impact on individual lives and broader societal self-esteem narratives.
Details about memorial services or funeral arrangements have not yet been shared; her clinic requested privacy for her family and team during this time, informing clients about the cancellation of all appointments scheduled for 31 July.
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As South Africa reflects on Dr Pertunia Mathibe’s contribution to cosmetic medicine, her legacy as a fierce advocate for body confidence and aesthetic empowerment remains a poignant part of her memory.
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