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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

3276 articles published since 08 Aug 2024

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Motorists face five years of highway delays as massive R6bn transport scheme begins

Motorists face five years of highway delays as massive R6bn transport scheme begins

People

3 months ago

"Yes, wena girl": Phakelumthakathi asked to address men not leaving cash before protests, SA amused

"Yes, wena girl": Phakelumthakathi asked to address men not leaving cash before protests, SA amused

Family and Relationships

3 months ago

"The world is wicked": Jason Vanporppal breaks his silence about scammed donation money, SA stunned

"The world is wicked": Jason Vanporppal breaks his silence about scammed donation money, SA stunned

People

3 months ago

"You guys are amazing": Struggling white spaza shop employee gets financial assistance, SA moved

"You guys are amazing": Struggling white spaza shop employee gets financial assistance, SA moved

People

3 months ago

"Amazing": SA Christian faith delegation attends the Global Summit on Antisemitism in Jerusalem

"Amazing": SA Christian faith delegation attends the Global Summit on Antisemitism in Jerusalem

Family and Relationships

3 months ago

Department of Transport introduces new safety features for e-hailing drivers and commuters in Mzansi

Department of Transport introduces new safety features for e-hailing drivers and commuters in Mzansi

People

3 months ago

"Salute": Takealot driver moving from SA to Malawi plans to sell delivery bike and start business

"Salute": Takealot driver moving from SA to Malawi plans to sell delivery bike and start business

People

3 months ago

A Takealot delivery driver preparing to move back to Malawi has inspired social media users with his plans to launch a sustainable business, ahead of the protests.

Cape Town commuters face up to 50% MyCiTi bus fare increases from July

Cape Town commuters face up to 50% MyCiTi bus fare increases from July

People

3 months ago

The City of Cape Town has announced massive MyCiTi bus fare increases of up to 50% starting from 1 July 2026 due to high diesel operational costs.

"That's why I left church": Prophet calls out Christians for watching The Polygamist, SA stunned

"That's why I left church": Prophet calls out Christians for watching The Polygamist, SA stunned

People

3 months ago

Prophet Noma Mzobe has warned her congregation that born-again Christians who watch television dramas like The Polygamist are compromising their faith.

"He must get her arrested": Man films angry girlfriend vandalising his car, SA aggrieved

"He must get her arrested": Man films angry girlfriend vandalising his car, SA aggrieved

Family and Relationships

3 months ago

A shocking video shared on X shows the dramatic moment an angry woman used a shovel to smash every single window of her partner's car while he filmed.

"Prison is a hotel": Prisoners show off impressive dancing skills in a communal cell, SA stunned

"Prison is a hotel": Prisoners show off impressive dancing skills in a communal cell, SA stunned

People

3 months ago

A video showing a prisoner showing off his smooth dance moves while partying with other inmates has sparked fury online, with many calling prisons 'hotels.'

"We sing with pride": American couple rave about the South African national anthem, SA moved

"We sing with pride": American couple rave about the South African national anthem, SA moved

Family and Relationships

3 months ago

An American couple living in Cape Town went viral after sharing their love for South Africa’s national anthem, praising its inclusivity and beautiful cultural unity.

"Where do I drop my CV?": Boss gifts staff Bafana Bafana old school jerseys worth R2000, SA wowed

"Where do I drop my CV?": Boss gifts staff Bafana Bafana old school jerseys worth R2000, SA wowed

People

3 months ago

A lucky employee shared a viral TikTok video showing a desk full of classic Bafana Bafana jerseys worth R2,000, which her boss bought for all of them.

"They will never regret it": Father praises nanny for teaching twin toddlers isiXhosa, SA moved

"They will never regret it": Father praises nanny for teaching twin toddlers isiXhosa, SA moved

Family and Relationships

3 months ago

A touching video shared by Erns Grundling showed his twin toddlers learning how to speak Xhosa from their nanny, Thandi, during a visit to the park.

"It's giving Jonasi": Couple's fight captured on live TV at Bafana Bafana game, SA astonished

"It's giving Jonasi": Couple's fight captured on live TV at Bafana Bafana game, SA astonished

People

3 months ago

A viral TikTok video shared on Instagram captured a funny, silent argument between a couple during a South African national team World Cup match.

Bongiwe Mati