Best News & Entertainment '24

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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"This producer is so fast": SA woman reviews Nigerian version of 'The Polygamist', SA in stitches

"This producer is so fast": SA woman reviews Nigerian version of 'The Polygamist', SA in stitches

People

3 months ago

"So advanced": Afrikaner family on refugee program showcases US self-checkout technology, SA wowed

"So advanced": Afrikaner family on refugee program showcases US self-checkout technology, SA wowed

People

3 months ago

"He manifested it": SA reacts to Sdumo Mtshali's old clip singing the 'Jonasi' gospel song

"He manifested it": SA reacts to Sdumo Mtshali's old clip singing the 'Jonasi' gospel song

People

3 months ago

"Glad the aunt came forward": Abandoned KZN baby reunited with extended family, SA relieved

"Glad the aunt came forward": Abandoned KZN baby reunited with extended family, SA relieved

People

3 months ago

"We're proud of you": Afrikaner refugee family celebrates new car milestone in the US, SA moved

"We're proud of you": Afrikaner refugee family celebrates new car milestone in the US, SA moved

Family and Relationships

3 months ago

"We're coming back": South Africans bid foreign nationals goodbye as buses leave for their countries

"We're coming back": South Africans bid foreign nationals goodbye as buses leave for their countries

People

3 months ago

"The rebrand is very personal": Mzansi celebrates Vuyokazi Nciweni's graduation milestone

"The rebrand is very personal": Mzansi celebrates Vuyokazi Nciweni's graduation milestone

People

3 months ago

Former Izingane Zesthembu star Vuyokazi Nciweni has sparked a massive online celebration after sharing a video of her graduation milestone on TikTok.

"What a great idea": Woman finds clever use of R9 Woolies bag to grow her own food, SA impressed

"What a great idea": Woman finds clever use of R9 Woolies bag to grow her own food, SA impressed

People

3 months ago

Instagram creator @charlottegrowsandsaves has inspired South Africans by showing how to grow fresh sugar snap peas using a budget R9 Woolworths shopping bag.

Repatriated Nigerians gifted free MTN SIM cards and 5-figure cash payouts to rebuild their lives

Repatriated Nigerians gifted free MTN SIM cards and 5-figure cash payouts to rebuild their lives

People

3 months ago

A group of 66 stranded Nigerian citizens has safely arrived in Lagos from South Africa following an emergency evacuation approved by President Tinubu.

"Being South African is a blessing": South Africans hyped by Bafana pride in viral dance video

"Being South African is a blessing": South Africans hyped by Bafana pride in viral dance video

People

3 months ago

A joyful video of KwaZulu-Natal women dancing to a Gqom song in South African flag-embellished traditional clothes warmed the hearts of many viewers.

"This is news to me": Woman goes viral for funny realisation about Bafana Bafana's name, SA amused

"This is news to me": Woman goes viral for funny realisation about Bafana Bafana's name, SA amused

People

3 months ago

A South African TikTok content creator, @yumna.dee, has gone viral after admitting she only recently realised Bafana Bafana is a national team nickname.

"She was a beautiful soul": Danville High School mourns their beloved former teacher, SA saddened

"She was a beautiful soul": Danville High School mourns their beloved former teacher, SA saddened

People

3 months ago

Danville Park Girls' High School in North Durban has issued a heartfelt tribute on Facebook following the passing of former educator Rosemary Adams.

"What a mix of cultures": Woman’s DNA breakdown shows the diverse reality of coloured heritage

"What a mix of cultures": Woman’s DNA breakdown shows the diverse reality of coloured heritage

People

3 months ago

A South African woman shared her excitement on Facebook after a DNA test showed that the genetic trace with the highest percentage is the indigenous Khoisan people.

"Let's vote for her": Miss SA Top 24 finalist's preparation video has Mzansi rooting for her

"Let's vote for her": Miss SA Top 24 finalist's preparation video has Mzansi rooting for her

People

3 months ago

Miss South Africa 2026 Top 24 contestant Sanelisiwe Diko has motivated local fans with a video showcasing her intense pageant fitness preparation.

Woolworths announces end date for legacy WRewards and MySchool loyalty cards

Woolworths announces end date for legacy WRewards and MySchool loyalty cards

People

3 months ago

Woolworths is completely phasing out its legacy WRewards and MySchool cards as the retailer shifts entirely to the app-based MyDifference platform.

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