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

1279 articles published since 08 Aug 2024

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"That moonwalk was smooth": Dancing petrol attendant leaves customer beaming with joy, SA wowed

"That moonwalk was smooth": Dancing petrol attendant leaves customer beaming...

People

2 days ago

"Good boy gone bad": Mzansi reacts to man's strange groove entrance in a coffin

"Good boy gone bad": Mzansi reacts to man's strange groove entrance in a coffin

People

2 days ago

"Life is not easy": Hungry young women resort to attending stranger's funeral for food, SA moved

"Life is not easy": Hungry young women resort to attending stranger's funeral...

Family and Relationships

2 days ago

"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...

People

3 days 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...

People

3 days 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...

People

3 days 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

3 days ago

A TikTok video of a massive fuel pump filling a tank with 840 litres for R17K sparked a debate about whether it's a diesel bowser, truck, or a modified car.

"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

3 days ago

A woman's minoxidil journey led to rapid hair growth on her scalp and face. Locals advised her to use it for 12 months, saying she might lose it if she stopped.

"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

5 days ago

A young man's unique and proud display of his matric certificate, framed in the family lounge, sparked amusement and admiration. Online users loved his creativity.

"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

5 days 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

5 days 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

5 days 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

5 days 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

6 days 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

6 days 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.

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