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

2904 articles published since 08 Aug 2024

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"They are my favourite": Shopper shows affordable Lululemon and Victoria's Secret finds, SA wowed

Politics

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"You are smart": Lundi critiques selective GBV outrage, reacting to King Misuzulu's viral video

People

a month ago

"Love your humbleness": Zimbabwean woman thanks South Africa for hosting foreign nationals, SA moved

People

a month ago

"Always so insightful": Bianca weighs in on what happened to the Viljoens' riches, SA debates

People

a month ago

"He looks so bored": Queen Mdolomba’s last TikTok post before the big scandal has SA in debate

Family and Relationships

a month ago

"I'm so happy": Shoprite Sixty60 store launch leaves South Africans hopeful for jobs

People

a month ago

"Malema warned us": Venda man allegedly assaulted after being mistaken for a foreigner, SA stunned

People

a month ago

A Venda man was assaulted and robbed by anti-illegal immigration protesters in Alexandra, sparking concerns over deepening tribal divisions in South Africa.

"Got me crying and smiling ": Keegan Gordon's R42K fundraising effort for needy dad, SA moved

People

a month ago

BigManKG surprises Sibusiso with R42,000 raised by the community, transforming his life from poverty to hope, as he weeps in gratitude at the generous gesture.

"A promise kept": Cyril Ramaphosa fulfils his video game promise to Eastern Cape teenager, SA moved

People

a month ago

During a visit, President Ramaphosa fulfilled 16-year-old Lundi's request for a video game, showcasing compassion and commitment that resonated with South Africans.

"That's a classic genuine leather": Shopper stunned by R1.3K pump from Country Road, SA divided

People

a month ago

South African woman reacts to R1,299 Country Road pumps, attributing high prices to Ramaphosa's economy. Video sparks debate on luxury vs. affordability.

Documents needed to contest a flagged or blocked identity document in South Africa

People

a month ago

South Africans with blocked IDs can contest the status by submitting necessary documents to the Department of Home Affairs, alleviating issues in daily life.

Saudi Arabia tightens entry rules: 14 countries can no longer access visa on arrival

People

a month ago

Saudi Arabia suspends visa-on-arrival for citizens of 14 countries, requiring pre-travel applications, amid efforts to enhance tourism under Vision 2030.

America publishes a list of countries whose citizens are eligible for a visa-free travel programme

People

a month ago

The US has released an updated Visa Waiver Programme list, allowing citizens from 42 nations, predominantly European, visa-free travel for tourism or business.

"A few moments later": Throwback of the Viljoens' lavish Pretoria mansion leaves Mzansi in debate

People

a month ago

A resurfaced video of Mel Viljoen touring her lavish Pretoria home contrasts sharply with the family's current financial struggles and Peet's legal troubles.

"Best post I’ve seen for the day": Skit about Mel and Peet's money troubles has Mzansi in stitches

People

a month ago

South African comedian @unwokepope delivers a hilarious skit mocking Mel Viljoen's court controversy, leaving Mzansi in stitches over her R50 scandal.

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