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

2905 articles published since 08 Aug 2024

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"Yoh! Makro": Makro apologises and pulls ‘racist’ black baby doll listing online, SA aggrieved

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"Absolutely beautiful": Influencer Bianca Coster's traditional wedding in eSwatini goes viral

Family and Relationships

a month ago

"She's so genuine": School transport driver shows off sweet birthday message and gifts from learner

Family and Relationships

a month ago

"May the best Helen win": SA amused as Helen Zille recruits namesake ANC member to join the DA

People

a month ago

"Nothing like SA": Canadian immigrant shares love for South Africa in viral video, SA moved

People

a month ago

"I would be the fastest": Rangers flee as lion wakes up from sedation, SA astonished

People

a month ago

"This is a masterpiece": South African student crochets her own graduation dress, Mzansi impressed

People

a month ago

A South African student went viral for her stunning handmade purple graduation dress, crafted in a month. Social media applauds her talent and unique fashion sense.

"Our people have been through enough": Colonel Wyatt debunks Afrikaner viral video, SA debates

People

a month ago

Colonel Chris Wyatt critiques a viral video as staged propaganda targeting Afrikaners, sparking outrage and discussions online about authenticity and sensitivity.

"Ramaphosa is a good father": 16-year-old boy asks Cyril Ramaphosa for TV game, SA touched

People

a month ago

A 16-year-old from Cofimvaba captured attention after asking President Ramaphosa for a TV game, leading to a viral moment of charm and humour on TikTok.

"Good luck on your new journey": Click employee vlogs his last day in the company, SA moved

People

a month ago

Ntando Femele from Graaff-Reinet shares an emotional farewell on Instagram, reflecting gratitude for Clicks. South Africans celebrate his humility and warm spirit.

"He wasted time running": Gauteng man's trolley dash challenge frustrates Mzansi

People

a month ago

A man's trolley dash at Shoprite Bronkhorstspruit Mall sparked laughter and confusion after he sprinted around the store, capturing South African viewers' reactions.

"Hopefully they'll get help": Zimbabwean nationals sleep on Epping streets after shelter closure

People

a month ago

Tension rises as hundreds of displaced Zimbabwean nationals sleep on Epping's streets, following anti-immigrant protests and closure of the repatriation centre.

"You did well, mama": SA TikTokker praised for moving to Nigeria with husband amid protests

Family and Relationships

a month ago

South African TikToker LeratoInam relocates to Nigeria amid anti-migrant protests, igniting a debate on culture, migration, and family unity across social media.

"I respect this day": Skit to commemorate Mkhwanazi speech 1 year ago has SA proud

People

a month ago

Comedian Ongie Gusha hilariously recreates General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi's explosive press briefing, prompting calls for 6 July to be a public holiday in South Africa.

"It means the buses never left": Informal traders repopulate Johannesburg CBD streets, SA stunned

People

a month ago

Joburg men film a bustling CBD post-protest, expressing disbelief at the rapid return of foreign nationals, sparking a debate about the recent protests' impact.

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