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

2903 articles published since 08 Aug 2024

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

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

People

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

People

a month ago

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

Family and Relationships

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

People

a month ago

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

People

a month ago

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

Family and Relationships

a month ago

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

a month ago

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

"Stop annoying us": SA reacts to Nigerian king's call for Mzansi to be under Nigerian leadership

People

a month ago

Nigerian businessman and Ika tribe chief sparks outrage, claiming South Africa needs Nigerian leadership. Social media erupts as users react to his comments.

"Most people won't understand": Zimbabwean woman breaks out in worship during engagement, SA moved

Family and Relationships

a month ago

A Zimbabwean woman's emotional response to her partner’s proposal, captured in a video shared online, was praised for her heartfelt prayer before celebration.

"You are so humble": Nigerian man calls for nationals to apologise to South Africa, SA moved

People

a month ago

A Nigerian man shared a TikTok video of himself apologising to South Africa for all the wrongs his fellow countrymen and other nationals had done.

"They all look shocked": New Miss Italia Bologna causes an online stir

People

a month ago

Marta Bunda, a 20-year-old Italian-Congolese model, wins Miss Bologna 2026, igniting a debate on representation and cultural identity in Italian beauty pageants.

"SARS is very happy": Taxi driver shows how tap-to-pay digital payments work, SA divided

People

a month ago

A young South African taxi driver uses a Tappy wristband for cashless fares, triggering mixed online reactions about convenience and tax exposure concerns.

"What a throwback": Korean foodie sparks nostalgia with Cape Town vs Durban snack taste test

People

a month ago

A Korean foodie in SA sparked nostalgia with a Cape Town vs Durban snack taste test on Instagram, comparing classics like Foxi Puffs and Coo-ee sodas.

"No place like home": Fitness entrepreneur announces move back to SA, Mzansi welcomes him

People

a month ago

Fitness entrepreneur Jenz Robinson returns to South Africa after 20 years abroad, aiming to elevate local fitness standards and inspire change in the industry.

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