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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

3331 articles published since 08 Aug 2024

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"A mother's answered prayer": Siblings graduate as doctors from UKZN the same day

"A mother's answered prayer": Siblings graduate as doctors from UKZN the same day

Family and Relationships

2 years ago

"She'll still use the old ones": SA jokes after a babe buys a beautiful set of pots for her mom

"She'll still use the old ones": SA jokes after a babe buys a beautiful set of pots for her mom

Family and Relationships

2 years ago

"You’re the plug for Eastern Cape travel": Woman unveils hidden gem near Port Alfred, SA loves it

"You’re the plug for Eastern Cape travel": Woman unveils hidden gem near Port Alfred, SA loves it

People

2 years ago

"Great idea": SA praises woman who wears sangoma attire to avoid being mugged

"Great idea": SA praises woman who wears sangoma attire to avoid being mugged

People

2 years ago

"You're a saint": Video of a woman who hides money in baby products at a store earns her global praise

"You're a saint": Video of a woman who hides money in baby products at a store earns her global praise

People

2 years ago

"Forgive him at your own risk": Mzansi warns a woman whose husband cheated and impregnated a helper

"Forgive him at your own risk": Mzansi warns a woman whose husband cheated and impregnated a helper

Family and Relationships

2 years ago

"They fixed something that wasn't broken": iOS 18 has SA peeps frustrated over disorganised photos

"They fixed something that wasn't broken": iOS 18 has SA peeps frustrated over disorganised photos

People

2 years ago

A TikTok content creator had many people advising him to get his photos back in order after the new iPhone update disorganised his picture gallery.

"The things we usually see in movies": SA Snow has local babe's home turned into a Winter Wonderland

"The things we usually see in movies": SA Snow has local babe's home turned into a Winter Wonderland

People

2 years ago

A young lady received many compliments from the online community after sharing a video of her home filled with thick snow. Other people advised on activities to do.

"Why is it not coming for you?": Viral video of a man feeding a lion leaves SA peeps in disbelief

"Why is it not coming for you?": Viral video of a man feeding a lion leaves SA peeps in disbelief

People

2 years ago

A video of a lion in the snowy part of Free State left the online community worried about their safety. Social media users commented on the lion's beauty.

"Kanye West and wife were found shaking": St. Joseph student's MD outfits leave netizens divided

"Kanye West and wife were found shaking": St. Joseph student's MD outfits leave netizens divided

People

2 years ago

A TikTok video of a grade 12 couple's farewell outfits confused the online community about their theme. Social media users shared their views on the feed.

"Another reminder that God is an artist": Tall buff hunk in Jozi streets leaves Mzansi huns charmed

"Another reminder that God is an artist": Tall buff hunk in Jozi streets leaves Mzansi huns charmed

People

2 years ago

A tall, dark, and handsome gent from Kenya shared a TikTok video of himself in Jozi, and the online community rushed to shower him with compliments.

"DUT better step up": UKZN Cheerleaders has huns wishing to join at their universities

"DUT better step up": UKZN Cheerleaders has huns wishing to join at their universities

People

2 years ago

A university cheerleading team received many compliments for their well-synchronised routine. Social media users who exited varsity wished to go back.

"Whatever you're going through shall pass": Music-loving hun's singing gesture confuses peeps

"Whatever you're going through shall pass": Music-loving hun's singing gesture confuses peeps

People

2 years ago

A video of a babe making gestures while singing a local song got many people confused by what she was going through. Some complimented her on her looks,

"Wow, what an inspiration": Mzansi peeps rejoice as 75-year-old woman graduates with Master's degree

"Wow, what an inspiration": Mzansi peeps rejoice as 75-year-old woman graduates with Master's degree

People

2 years ago

The University of Pretoria shared pictures of a 75-year-old master's degree graduate, leaving many people moved. The post received many congratulatory comments.

"South Africa is just a vibe": Video of petrol attendants dancing with two ladies warms many hearts

"South Africa is just a vibe": Video of petrol attendants dancing with two ladies warms many hearts

People

2 years ago

A video of two huns dancing with petrol attendants entertained the online community. Social media users painted the comment section with lovely comments,

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