Bongiwe Mati

Education: BA Honours, BA Language & Communication (Linguistics, Communication, Women & Gender Studies) 2002-2005 /2021

Experience: Freelancer at UWC campus newspaper (2005), Sales Executive at Leadership Magazine (2007-2009), Editorial Assistant and writer for BONA magazine (2023-2024), Briefly News (2024 -Present)

Bongiwe Mati is a Human Interest reporter who joined Briefly News in August 2024. She holds a Bachelor of Arts Honours degree from the University of the Western Cape. Her journalism journey began in 2005 at the university newspaper. She later transitioned to marketing and sales at Leadership Magazine under Cape Media (2007-2009). In 2023, she joined BONA magazine as an Editorial Assistant, contributing to digital and print platforms across current news, entertainment, and human interest categories. Bongiwe can be reached at bongiwe.mati@briefly.co.za

2732 articles published since 08 Aug 2024

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"Girls are winning": Woman celebrates her new salon and opens up for business, SA moved

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"Come home": SA man working in Nigeria speaks about being questioned about xenophobic attacks

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South Africans get more Smart ID application points as Absa Bank joins programme

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Viral World Cup couple’s tense stadium argument uncovered by lip-reading expert

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"Kindness still exists": Bride gets dream do-over dress after internet bullying, SA moved

Family and Relationships

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"More wins, man": Petrol station worker's night shift vlog moves Mzansi

People

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A Johannesburg convenience store worker shares his daily routine vlog, showcasing his commute and dedication, earning praise as a role model from viewers.

"It's your turn, sisi": Couple's humble third anniversary warms Mzansi hearts

Family and Relationships

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A young South African couple celebrated their third anniversary with a cosy home spread of Roman's Pizza, KFC, wine, and a heartwarming chocolate cake.

Capitec expands physical reach in South Africa while other major banks cut back

People

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Capitec announces major updates to enhance banking for over 25 million customers in South Africa, making services more accessible and affordable for all.

"Woolies chomie, uzo trenda": Woolworths and DSTv banter over bag documentary has SA in stitches

People

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Woolworths SA embraced a viral trend, placing its iconic black bag in a documentary chair, referencing Vusumuzi 'Kat' Matlala's controversial claims.

"He married an AI": Bride's Zulu wedding vows leave South Africans stunned and amused

Family and Relationships

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A bride named Samu recites Zulu vows in a Caucasian accent, sparking debates on TikTok. Her wedding went viral as South Africans shared their amusing reactions.

"Thabo Bester and Nandipha love": Bianca defends Peet Viljoen from locals saying he doesn't love Mel

People

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Bianca defends Peet Viljoen's love for Mel amid public doubt, comparing their dynamic to that of Thabo Bester and Nandipha, despite their controversial situation.

"Let them enjoy": Wealthy Zimbabwean daughter flies to SA to buy Woolies groceries and designer bags

People

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A wealthy Zimbabwean teenager’s vlog of her extravagant South African shopping spree sparks debate amid stark contrasts to local poverty and economic struggles.

"That was me yesterday": Woman’s R11k salary budget calculations leave South Africans relating

Family and Relationships

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A South African call centre worker hilariously discovers her R11,000 salary leaves her only R1,100, resonating with many facing budgeting struggles monthly.

"This would make my morning": Receptionist's vibrant daily cheer warms woman's heart, SA moved

Family and Relationships

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Experience the joy of Ntate Godfrey's celebrity-like morning greetings, which warm hearts at work. His infectious energy brings happiness to Mzansi daily.

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