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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

3248 articles published since 08 Aug 2024

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"Just shut these down": Georgia park visitor dies from rollercoaster fall, SA devastated

"Just shut these down": Georgia park visitor dies from rollercoaster fall, SA devastated

People

6 days ago

"Tata, they did you dirty": Newly unveiled Nelson Mandela statue in Scotland leaves SA divided

"Tata, they did you dirty": Newly unveiled Nelson Mandela statue in Scotland leaves SA divided

People

6 days ago

Tuesday weather update across all 9 provinces brings a mix of thunderstorms and sunshine

Tuesday weather update across all 9 provinces brings a mix of thunderstorms and sunshine

People

6 days ago

"She lit up the street": Gorgeous South African woman stopped by photographer in Australia

"She lit up the street": Gorgeous South African woman stopped by photographer in Australia

People

6 days ago

Government declares new grasslands National Park in Eastern Cape

Government declares new grasslands National Park in Eastern Cape

People

6 days ago

"That snake feasted on something": Snake catcher rescues 3.85-metre python on KwaZulu-Natal beach

"That snake feasted on something": Snake catcher rescues 3.85-metre python on KwaZulu-Natal beach

People

6 days ago

"Content like this should trend": Olive shows how to make 3 meals for under R10 per portion

"Content like this should trend": Olive shows how to make 3 meals for under R10 per portion

People

6 days ago

Food creator Olive shows how to make three filling meals for just R6 each using discounted brown bread and baked beans, while urging kindness to those in need.

"It's the best team in Africa": Belgian boy pledges allegiance to Mamelodi Sundowns in viral clip

"It's the best team in Africa": Belgian boy pledges allegiance to Mamelodi Sundowns in viral clip

People

7 days ago

A young Belgian fan in Mzansi showed his Mamelodi Sundowns loyalty in full yellow, naming them Africa’s best and delighting supporters with lively rivalry banter.

"Langebaan's lagoon is just as dangerous": 9-year-old boy drowns at Kleinmond Lagoon in Western Cape

"Langebaan's lagoon is just as dangerous": 9-year-old boy drowns at Kleinmond Lagoon in Western Cape

People

7 days ago

A nine-year-old boy died after being found underwater at Kleinmond Main Beach Lagoon, as rescue crews responded and residents raised concerns over drownings.

"Respect other countries' rules": Nigerian wedding shut down by Dutch police, SA cautions

"Respect other countries' rules": Nigerian wedding shut down by Dutch police, SA cautions

Family and Relationships

7 days ago

Dutch police shut down a Nigerian wedding in the Netherlands after noise complaints, prompting online debate over quiet hours and respect for local regulations.

"The coolest queen alive": Thailand's queen takes to the skies alone in a fighter jet milestone

"The coolest queen alive": Thailand's queen takes to the skies alone in a fighter jet milestone

People

7 days ago

Queen Suthida’s 41-minute solo flight in a Saab JAS 39C Gripen fighter jet marks an aviation milestone, showcasing her skill and rigorous Thai Air Force training.

Rachel Kolisi supports ex Siya Kolisi during Cape Town reunion

Rachel Kolisi supports ex Siya Kolisi during Cape Town reunion

Family and Relationships

7 days ago

Rachel Kolisi joined her children at DHL Stadium to support Siya Kolisi at his Stormers homecoming match in Cape Town, showing their commitment to co-parenting.

"This is wholesome": SA family serve stylish looks and slick Amapiano dance moves, SA wowed

"This is wholesome": SA family serve stylish looks and slick Amapiano dance moves, SA wowed

Family and Relationships

7 days ago

A South African family’s viral TikTok Family Fit Check features outfits, matching shades and synchronised dance moves to Dr Malinga, winning praise.

"I watched this 13 times": Mzansi reacts to viral energetic students' dance video

"I watched this 13 times": Mzansi reacts to viral energetic students' dance video

Family and Relationships

7 days ago

A viral South African student dance video showcases energetic footwork at a university gathering, winning praise from local and global viewers online now.

"Keep representing": Jaidyn Lael breaks silence about getting into best musical school in the world

"Keep representing": Jaidyn Lael breaks silence about getting into best musical school in the world

People

7 days ago

South African musician Jaidyn Lael shares how church performances, songwriting and two singles led to acceptance at Boston’s Berklee College of Music in 2026.

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