Best News & Entertainment '24

Bongiwe Mati

Education: BA Honours, Linguistics, Communication, Women & Gender Studies, University of the Western Cape (2021), BA Language & Communication Linguistics, Communication, Women & Gender Studies, University of the Western Cape (2005).

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 at Briefly News, focusing on social commentary, community stories, viral human-interest features, and public discourse. She holds a Bachelor of Arts Honours degree from the University of the Western Cape. Bongiwe began her editorial career in campus media before contributing across print and digital platforms at BONA Magazine, where she covered current news and societal trends. She specialises in reporting on local community accounts, social media discourse, and viral South African events. Contact: bongiwe.mati@briefly.co.za

3261 articles published since 08 Aug 2024

Author's articles

"He loves it": US comedian's hilarious reaction to Ramaphosa’s ‘Cupcake’ nickname leaves SA Amused

"He loves it": US comedian's hilarious reaction to Ramaphosa’s ‘Cupcake’ nickname leaves SA Amused

People

a month ago

"Our future rugby heroes": Little patriots' national anthem has SA feeling proud

"Our future rugby heroes": Little patriots' national anthem has SA feeling proud

Family and Relationships

a month ago

"We're all crying, right?": Wife reunites husband with best friend after 13 years apart, SA moved

"We're all crying, right?": Wife reunites husband with best friend after 13 years apart, SA moved

Family and Relationships

a month ago

"She was waiting for this day": Woman praised for smart Shoprite trolley dash strategy

"She was waiting for this day": Woman praised for smart Shoprite trolley dash strategy

People

a month ago

"R40k tax is a scam": Senior Data Engineer's payslip reveals a wild monthly tax hit, SA astonished

"R40k tax is a scam": Senior Data Engineer's payslip reveals a wild monthly tax hit, SA astonished

People

a month ago

"This is embarrassing": Chaos in Gauteng mall as youth continue Spring Day water splashing

"This is embarrassing": Chaos in Gauteng mall as youth continue Spring Day water splashing

People

a month ago

"You're incredible": Miss World SA celebrates SA roots with traditional dance in Vietnam, SA moved

"You're incredible": Miss World SA celebrates SA roots with traditional dance in Vietnam, SA moved

People

a month ago

Miss World South Africa Romanda Hombir shares a touching video practising traditional dance in Vietnam, showcasing her vibrant national costume and maternal bond.

Afrikaner refugees could get up to R72k each as the US nearly doubles resettlement aid

Afrikaner refugees could get up to R72k each as the US nearly doubles resettlement aid

People

a month ago

The Trump administration proposes nearly doubling federal aid for white South African refugees, enhancing resettlement support for housing, food, and essentials.

"Even God is invited": SA reacts to church hall turning into a live viewing venue for Springbok game

"Even God is invited": SA reacts to church hall turning into a live viewing venue for Springbok game

People

a month ago

A viral video shows local churchgoers in red and white cheering for the Springboks, uniting faith and rugby passion in a heartwarming display of national pride.

"How did that happen?": Shopper gets locked inside a mall after closing time, Mzansi stunned

"How did that happen?": Shopper gets locked inside a mall after closing time, Mzansi stunned

People

a month ago

A South African TikToker’s hilarious adventure of being locked inside a deserted shopping mall after hours captivates viewers, turning panic into laughter.

"Now this is a big flex": University of Pretoria graduate inspires with a PhD under 30, SA impressed

"Now this is a big flex": University of Pretoria graduate inspires with a PhD under 30, SA impressed

People

a month ago

Simon Mateus, a University of Pretoria graduate, earns his Doctor of Laws degree before 30, inspiring South Africa with a viral TikTok graduation moment.

"They are definitely siblings": London tube commuters witness mice fight, SA in stitches

"They are definitely siblings": London tube commuters witness mice fight, SA in stitches

People

a month ago

Commuters on the London Underground were surprised by a spirited mouse fight on 2 September 2026, capturing worldwide attention and sparking lively discussions.

"It's giving the movie Step Up": SA pupils proudly fly the amapiano flag in New York, SA wowed

"It's giving the movie Step Up": SA pupils proudly fly the amapiano flag in New York, SA wowed

People

a month ago

CPC school learners showcased vibrant Amapiano dance at Times Square, New York, on 1 Sept 2026, captivating crowds and igniting South African pride online.

"Salute to the officer": Cape Town SAPS officer praised for humility after assisting cleaner

"Salute to the officer": Cape Town SAPS officer praised for humility after assisting cleaner

People

a month ago

A Cape Town police officer's humility shines as she aids a cleaner at Nyanga station, winning praise across South Africa for her team spirit and kindness.

"They asked nicely": Motorist embraces local Spring Day water splash tradition, SA responds

"They asked nicely": Motorist embraces local Spring Day water splash tradition, SA responds

People

a month ago

A Gauteng motorist joined a Spring Day water fight with township children, turning a chance encounter into a joyful street celebration that captivated viewers.

Bongiwe Mati