Bongiwe Mati

Education: BA Honours, 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 (2024 -Present)

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

2923 articles published since 08 Aug 2024

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"He chose better than some women": Man's Spar trolley dash challenge impresses Mzansi

People

8 months ago

"Well done, response team": School learner airlifted after rare berg adder bite, SA reacts

People

8 months ago

"My legs are tired": Zuluboy is unimpressed with mom's one item at a time request, SA in stitches

Family and Relationships

8 months ago

"You're doing great": Afrikaner man learning Sotho receives pronunciation tips

People

8 months ago

"We need a turning point": Man lists SA's 5 most dangerous cities based on murder rate, SA reacts

People

8 months ago

"How the tables have turned": Man discovers girlfriend of 2 years is married, SA reacts

Family and Relationships

8 months ago

"She's out of ideas": Content creator faces backlash for extreme cement content

People

8 months ago

A video of Facebook content creator Makhi Thee Swappa Queen dancing while covered in cement sparked health warnings and debate over the pressure of content creation.

"You're playing with fire": Man attempts daring snake removal from car with no gear, SA warns

People

8 months ago

A viral video shows a man getting bitten while trying to remove a snake from a 4x4's wheel well, sparking warnings about venomous reptiles and online fear.

"We'll back you up": Woman travels from JHB to CPT after getting good night text at 5 pm, SA reacts

Family and Relationships

8 months ago

A woman’s video detailing her emergency bus trip from Johannesburg to Cape Town after her boyfriend gave a suspicious load-shedding excuse went viral.

"Keep your head up, king": Hungry Mr D delivery guy's post breaks SA heart

People

8 months ago

A video of a Mr D delivery driver discussing the challenges of delivering food while hungry sparked an outpouring of community support and offers for assistance.

"His feelings are valid": Kid bothered by mom not wearing her wedding ring, SA in stitches

Family and Relationships

8 months ago

A hilarious video of a little boy questioning his mother about her missing wedding ring because it makes her look unmarried left many viewers in stitches.

"We need more of this": Medical staff break out in worship after 'miraculous surgery,' SA moved

People

8 months ago

A TikTok video of Zambian surgeons singing after completing eight major operations, including saving a young girl, went viral, showcasing their faith and dedication.

"When grace locates you": KFC and Volkswagen gift woman 31 cars for viral video, SA moved

People

8 months ago

A woman's viral TikTok video justifying a KFC purchase led to her winning 31 VW Polo Vivos and a KFC campaign deal, leaving many social media users stunned.

"Life saver": Man promises to buy groceries in January, showcases Shoprite's R5 meals, SA wowed

People

8 months ago

A man's viral TikTok video showcasing Shoprite's R5 ready meals (pap and chakalaka/spinach) has inspired thousands of viewers to copy his extreme budget hack

Keneilwe Ramaphosa: Architect's career rise from Colombia to the Netherlands

Family and Relationships

8 months ago

A profile of Keneilwe Ramaphosa, who accompanied President Ramaphosa to Italy, detailing her work as a global architect focused on inclusivity and social design.

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