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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

3261 articles published since 08 Aug 2024

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"Teach your kids respect": SA reacts to kids soaking everyone crossing their path on Spring Day

"Teach your kids respect": SA reacts to kids soaking everyone crossing their path on Spring Day

People

a month ago

Shoprite makes a big coffee move with the takeover of Vida e Caffè

Shoprite makes a big coffee move with the takeover of Vida e Caffè

People

a month ago

"Ama2k ruined this": Angry taxi driver caught in the middle of a lively township street water fight

"Ama2k ruined this": Angry taxi driver caught in the middle of a lively township street water fight

People

a month ago

"This is now too much": E-hailing driver ditches car and escapes during hijacking, SA aggrieved

"This is now too much": E-hailing driver ditches car and escapes during hijacking, SA aggrieved

People

a month ago

"New nightmare unlocked": Safari vehicle plunges into crocodile-infested Mara River, SA stunned

"New nightmare unlocked": Safari vehicle plunges into crocodile-infested Mara River, SA stunned

People

a month ago

"Farming is all he knows": Daughter’s R5m mission to secure dad’s 18-year farming legacy

"Farming is all he knows": Daughter’s R5m mission to secure dad’s 18-year farming legacy

People

a month ago

"We're always in the fast lane": US woman flabbergasted by SA’s massive variety of energy drinks

"We're always in the fast lane": US woman flabbergasted by SA’s massive variety of energy drinks

People

a month ago

An American tourist discovers Cape Town's vast array of energy drinks, with locals humorously explaining their need for such variety in the comments.

"An incredible project": SA woman’s portable desk invention reaches over 5,300 children, SA moved

"An incredible project": SA woman’s portable desk invention reaches over 5,300 children, SA moved

People

a month ago

A South African woman's MiDesk, a patented portable desk, empowers over 5,300 students in under-resourced schools with solar lighting and an adjustable chair.

"You're wrong about SA": UK man reveals average age children leave home in 5 countries, SA divided

"You're wrong about SA": UK man reveals average age children leave home in 5 countries, SA divided

People

a month ago

A UK TikToker ranked countries by the age at which young adults leave home, placing South Africa third at 26. The ranking sparked varied reactions among locals.

"Thought she was Rihanna": American woman goes viral for striking Rihanna resemblance, SA stunned

"Thought she was Rihanna": American woman goes viral for striking Rihanna resemblance, SA stunned

People

a month ago

TikTok creator @tiffanylatrece dazzles with her uncanny resemblance to Rihanna. Watch as she channels BadGal Riri energy in a viral GRWM makeup video.

"Best mkhulu ever": Jacob Zuma’s grandkid tests his history knowledge in a wholesome clip, SA moved

"Best mkhulu ever": Jacob Zuma’s grandkid tests his history knowledge in a wholesome clip, SA moved

People

a month ago

Jacob Zuma's granddaughter captures a charming video of him at home in KwaZulu-Natal, showcasing their playful bond and winning hearts across Mzansi.

"Hilarious": Unwoke Pope channels Mel Miljoen in a hilarious spoof interview with Bianca

"Hilarious": Unwoke Pope channels Mel Miljoen in a hilarious spoof interview with Bianca

People

a month ago

TikTok comedian @unwokepope hilariously parodies Mel Viljoen in a mock documentary, leaving South Africans in stitches with clever slip-ups and invented court rules.

"The humility of this beautiful woman": Zulu Queen MaWewe’s voice catches South Africans by surprise

"The humility of this beautiful woman": Zulu Queen MaWewe’s voice catches South Africans by surprise

People

a month ago

Queen MaWewe's captivating speech at Mthonjaneni Municipality amazed Mzansi, showcasing her grace and humility, while viewers praised King MisuZulu's choice.

"You will win, boyza": Zuluboy begs 'ma-parents' for SASMA votes with cute 'pass or fail' promise

"You will win, boyza": Zuluboy begs 'ma-parents' for SASMA votes with cute 'pass or fail' promise

People

a month ago

Zuluboy charms fans with his voting plea for Social Media Child Influencer of the Year at the SASMAs, earning heartfelt support from 'ma-parents'.

"Educate them, sisi": SA woman defends Airlink flyover in spicy letter to the world, Mzansi moved

"Educate them, sisi": SA woman defends Airlink flyover in spicy letter to the world, Mzansi moved

People

a month ago

Ncumisa Fandesi defends Airlink's viral stadium flyover, highlighting South Africa's culture of boldness and addressing international misconceptions with pride.

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