Bongiwe Mati

Education: BA Honours (History) Feb 2021 - Dec 2021, 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 (Aug 2024)

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

1426 articles published since 08 Aug 2024

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"They're so amazed": Woman's afro poses challenge for stylists in China, SA entertained

"They're so amazed": Woman's afro poses challenge for stylists in China, SA entertained

People

a month ago

"Some will be pilots": Daycare learners' SAA museum visit sparks imaginary US trip debate, SA amused

"Some will be pilots": Daycare learners' SAA museum visit sparks imaginary US trip debate, SA amused

People

a month ago

"Let the man make his coins": Man discusses R1K Cape Town jogging initiative, SA shows support

"Let the man make his coins": Man discusses R1K Cape Town jogging initiative, SA shows support

People

a month ago

"It's a helicopter": Massive petrol fill-up stuns with over 800 litres in one go, SA debates

"It's a helicopter": Massive petrol fill-up stuns with over 800 litres in one go, SA debates

People

a month ago

"Finish 12 months": Woman's hair gets out of control after trying hair growth product, SA divided

"Finish 12 months": Woman's hair gets out of control after trying hair growth product, SA divided

People

a month ago

"Wait till he graduates": Woman shows little brother's framed matric certificate, SA in stitches

"Wait till he graduates": Woman shows little brother's framed matric certificate, SA in stitches

Family and Relationships

a month ago

"Real heroes": Caregivers at Woodside Special Care Centre entertain patients with dance, SA moved

"Real heroes": Caregivers at Woodside Special Care Centre entertain patients with dance, SA moved

People

a month ago

Dedicated caregivers at Woodside Special Care Centre in Cape Town brought joy to patients with an uplifting outdoor dance, leaving online users touched.

"It's giving King's attire": Shopper fascinated by Zulu men in traditional outfits, SA impressed

"It's giving King's attire": Shopper fascinated by Zulu men in traditional outfits, SA impressed

Family and Relationships

a month ago

A display of Zulu heritage in a grocery store sparked admiration for cultural pride. The high cost of traditional outfits sparked further discussion.

"The swag is too much": Mom and dad share their cute outfit of the day vlog, SA impressed

"The swag is too much": Mom and dad share their cute outfit of the day vlog, SA impressed

Family and Relationships

a month ago

A family's video showcasing their stylish Edgars outfits captured hearts and sparked calls for a TV advert. Others shared that they would get some of their items.

"You answered your calling": Compassionate nurse balances patient care and infant comfort, SA moved

"You answered your calling": Compassionate nurse balances patient care and infant comfort, SA moved

People

a month ago

A kind-hearted nurse melted hearts online, performing his duties while carrying a baby patient on his back. Social media users said he answered his calling.

"May his cup remain full": Man gets out of car to pour water for motorists in traffic, SA moved

"May his cup remain full": Man gets out of car to pour water for motorists in traffic, SA moved

People

a month ago

A man's thoughtful act of giving water to drivers stuck in heavy traffic went viral, sparking widespread praise and embodying the spirit of Ubuntu.

"Xhosa grannies are kind": Gogo shares meal with little boy she doesn't know at KFC, SA moved

"Xhosa grannies are kind": Gogo shares meal with little boy she doesn't know at KFC, SA moved

Family and Relationships

a month ago

A heartwarming video showing a gogo sharing her KFC meal with a young boy she didn't know touched hearts. Mzansi peeps noted gogo's peaceful aura.

"You fixed the country": Woman exposes bank card scam attempt after playing along in call, SA proud

"You fixed the country": Woman exposes bank card scam attempt after playing along in call, SA proud

People

a month ago

A TikTok user cleverly exposed a Capitec imposter attempting to scam her out of money, leading to a viral video and widespread concern about sophisticated fraud.

"Don't be apologetic": Dr Celiwe Ndaba politely claps back at critic, shares progress, SA supports

"Don't be apologetic": Dr Celiwe Ndaba politely claps back at critic, shares progress, SA supports

Family and Relationships

a month ago

Dr Celiwe Ndaba responded with wit and humour to a woman who shared a post comparing her to Dr Nandipha Magudumana, and shading their qualification.

"You didn't budget well": Man shares R500 Woolies haul for one week's groceries, SA unimpressed

"You didn't budget well": Man shares R500 Woolies haul for one week's groceries, SA unimpressed

People

a month ago

A local man's viral grocery shopping challenge at Woolworths sparked a national debate on rising food costs and budget-friendly alternatives on TikTok.

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