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

1437 articles published since 08 Aug 2024

Author's articles

"Those kids are safe with her": Teacher recognises all her learners by voice, SA impressed

"Those kids are safe with her": Teacher recognises all her learners by voice, SA impressed

People

3 months ago

"I need your calmness": Girlfriend stays calm as boyfriend hugs another woman behind her, SA stunned

"I need your calmness": Girlfriend stays calm as boyfriend hugs another woman behind her, SA stunned

Family and Relationships

3 months ago

"Tables have turned": US man gives Afrikaners reality check on life in America, SA astonished

"Tables have turned": US man gives Afrikaners reality check on life in America, SA astonished

People

3 months ago

"Such a humble lady": Emotional birthday surprise for cashier at Boxer leaves SA touched

"Such a humble lady": Emotional birthday surprise for cashier at Boxer leaves SA touched

Family and Relationships

3 months ago

"We won't judge": 29-year-old mom of 5 embraces single parenting after her husband leaves, SA moved

"We won't judge": 29-year-old mom of 5 embraces single parenting after her husband leaves, SA moved

Family and Relationships

3 months ago

"They look alike": Siya Kolisi's sister and Rachel's heartwarming Mother's Day vibe moves Mzansi

"They look alike": Siya Kolisi's sister and Rachel's heartwarming Mother's Day vibe moves Mzansi

Family and Relationships

3 months ago

"Baby fever get away": Domestic workers keep baby safe in washing basket while working, SA amused

"Baby fever get away": Domestic workers keep baby safe in washing basket while working, SA amused

Family and Relationships

3 months ago

A baby relaxed in a cushioned washing basket while two domestic workers did their chores, and Mzansi couldn't stop laughing at the clever and adorable setup.

"Just good vibes": Young woman and petrol attendants get into amapiano groove, SA impressed

"Just good vibes": Young woman and petrol attendants get into amapiano groove, SA impressed

People

3 months ago

A spontaneous dance-off at a garage featuring a young woman and four Engen garage petrol attendants had SA smiling and vibing with joy after watching their video.

"People think building is cheap": R1.5 million home construction sparks an online debate

"People think building is cheap": R1.5 million home construction sparks an online debate

People

3 months ago

A gorgeous five-bedroom house built for R1.5M had social media users divided. Many said they could get it done cheaper elsewhere, and others disagreed.

"The universe has bigger plans": Man's journey from Checkers worker to flight attendant inspires SA

"The universe has bigger plans": Man's journey from Checkers worker to flight attendant inspires SA

People

3 months ago

A young man's video showing his glow-up from Checkers Sixty60 to flight attendant inspired Mzansi to chase dreams and never give up, no matter the hustle.

"People are low-key rich": Financial advisor breaks down monthly expenses of R64k salary, SA stunned

"People are low-key rich": Financial advisor breaks down monthly expenses of R64k salary, SA stunned

People

3 months ago

A financial advisor shared a detailed breakdown of the monthly expenses of a local woman earning R64K. They included school fees worth R17K., shocking SA.

“They're happy for you”: McDonald’s Employee Celebrates Graduation in Regalia at Work, SA Inspired

“They're happy for you”: McDonald’s Employee Celebrates Graduation in Regalia at Work, SA Inspired

People

3 months ago

A McDonald's employee in Gqeberha walked into his workplace wearing his graduation regalia, sparking a beautiful staff celebration and praises on TikTok.

"Sitting on business": Brother gives sister's in-laws hard time before lobola negotiation, SA amused

"Sitting on business": Brother gives sister's in-laws hard time before lobola negotiation, SA amused

Family and Relationships

3 months ago

A brother trolled his sister's in-laws at the gate during her welcoming day, leaving Mzansi in stitches, before a sweet moment captured the happy couple in love.

"I'm here to rewrite futures": Trans woman makes history with Ms SA 2025 entry, empowering others

"I'm here to rewrite futures": Trans woman makes history with Ms SA 2025 entry, empowering others

People

3 months ago

Jade Sateria, a 25-year-old transgender woman from George, entered the Miss SA 2025 pageant to uplift the LGBTQIA+ community and the youth, and to redefine beauty.

"Sweet little surprise": Young boy's heartwarming reaction to soldier mom's return home moves Mzansi

"Sweet little surprise": Young boy's heartwarming reaction to soldier mom's return home moves Mzansi

Family and Relationships

3 months ago

A soldier mom's emotional school reunion with her son brought TikTok to tears as users shared stories and celebrated the unbreakable bond of family.

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