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Bongiwe Mati

Education: BA Honours, Linguistics, Communication, Women & Gender Studies, University of the Western Cape (2021), BA Language & Communication Linguistics, Communication, Women & Gender Studies, University of the Western Cape (2005).

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 at Briefly News, focusing on social commentary, community stories, viral human-interest features, and public discourse. She holds a Bachelor of Arts Honours degree from the University of the Western Cape. Bongiwe began her editorial career in campus media before contributing across print and digital platforms at BONA Magazine, where she covered current news and societal trends. She specialises in reporting on local community accounts, social media discourse, and viral South African events. Contact: bongiwe.mati@briefly.co.za

3092 articles published since 08 Aug 2024

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"The showstopper": Learner makes unique matric dance entry in tractor-pulled trailer, SA stunned

"The showstopper": Learner makes unique matric dance entry in tractor-pulled trailer, SA stunned

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"Dompas must fall": Xolile Vesile shares hilarious reaction to green ID book deadline, SA amused

"Dompas must fall": Xolile Vesile shares hilarious reaction to green ID book deadline, SA amused

People

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"What an amazing event": Mzansi attempts Guinness World Record for biggest braai on Heritage Day

"What an amazing event": Mzansi attempts Guinness World Record for biggest braai on Heritage Day

People

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"This is a real plug": Woman showcases Takealot gadget that jump-starts cars and inflates tyres

"This is a real plug": Woman showcases Takealot gadget that jump-starts cars and inflates tyres

People

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"Cutting onions": Boy’s birthday wish comes true as dad returns from overseas for surprise reunion

"Cutting onions": Boy’s birthday wish comes true as dad returns from overseas for surprise reunion

People

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"Don't tell them everything": UK man shares why South Africa is the goat of all countries, SA moved

"Don't tell them everything": UK man shares why South Africa is the goat of all countries, SA moved

People

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"So iconic": Grade 12 learner makes unique matric dance statement in Xhosa traditional regalia

"So iconic": Grade 12 learner makes unique matric dance statement in Xhosa traditional regalia

People

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Cape Town matriculant @staceythumamina made a memorable matric dance entrance in Xhosa traditional regalia, cheered by neighbours and praised on TikTok.

"You're funny": Comedian shares satirical skit about Afrikaner refugee family turned back in the US

"You're funny": Comedian shares satirical skit about Afrikaner refugee family turned back in the US

People

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A South African comedian’s viral TikTok satirises an Afrikaner refugee family turned away at a US airport, earning praise for sharp humour and flawless accents.

"Makoto and Obren": Mzansi pairs ideal couples across different Married at First Sight seasons

"Makoto and Obren": Mzansi pairs ideal couples across different Married at First Sight seasons

Family and Relationships

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Married at First Sight Mzansi fans debate dream cross-season couples, from Laurinda and Bongani to Makoto and Obren, predicting romance, clashes and drama.

"What a family": Logan family celebrates newborn's first Heritage Day with beautiful photoshoot

"What a family": Logan family celebrates newborn's first Heritage Day with beautiful photoshoot

Family and Relationships

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Popular creators, the Logans, celebrate their newborn’s first Heritage Day in Cape Town with matching Xhosa-inspired outfits, beadwork and shared family pride.

"We appreciate you": Proudly SA Heritage Day celebration at the Japan Embassy moves Mzansi

"We appreciate you": Proudly SA Heritage Day celebration at the Japan Embassy moves Mzansi

People

2 days ago

Japanese Embassy staff in South Africa celebrated Heritage Day with a braai in red Happi coats, touching hearts and inspiring locals to consider visiting Japan.

"Exactly what RSA is": Coworkers swap traditional attire in fun office Heritage Day video, SA moved

"Exactly what RSA is": Coworkers swap traditional attire in fun office Heritage Day video, SA moved

Family and Relationships

2 days ago

South African coworkers celebrate Heritage Day by swapping Zulu, Venda, Indian, Xhosa and Tsonga attire in a joyful workplace tribute to cultural diversity.

"Zuma warned us": New rate hike hits SA homeowners with higher monthly bond costs, SA concerned

"Zuma warned us": New rate hike hits SA homeowners with higher monthly bond costs, SA concerned

People

2 days ago

SARB's second 25-basis-point rate hike in 2026 will raise bond repayments by up to R840 monthly, adding pressure on South African homeowners amid rising costs.

"Bathong, Rachel": Rachel seemingly claps back about keeping Kolisi surname, SA entertained

"Bathong, Rachel": Rachel seemingly claps back about keeping Kolisi surname, SA entertained

People

2 days ago

Rachel Kolisi responds with humour after critics question her decision to keep Siya Kolisi’s surname, while fans defend the brand they helped build together.

"Won't last long": SA reacts to small town 40 minutes from Cape Town with 3-bedroom homes under R1m

"Won't last long": SA reacts to small town 40 minutes from Cape Town with 3-bedroom homes under R1m

People

5 days ago

Kalbaskraal draws Cape Town first-time buyers with three-bedroom homes from R750,000 and plots from R280,000, offering space and value near Cape Town for families.

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