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

1416 articles published since 08 Aug 2024

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"Great marketing strategy": Mzansi reacts to taxi drivers' responses when asked to promote R&B song

"Great marketing strategy": Mzansi reacts to taxi drivers' responses when asked to promote R&B song

People

28 days ago

"They have beautiful voices": Old varsity friends reunite, chanting gospel hymns, SA moved

"They have beautiful voices": Old varsity friends reunite, chanting gospel hymns, SA moved

Family and Relationships

30 days ago

"The tiles look so beautiful": Afrikaans couple shows DIY bathroom renovation, SA impressed

"The tiles look so beautiful": Afrikaans couple shows DIY bathroom renovation, SA impressed

Family and Relationships

30 days ago

"Real friends make plans": Friends walk KFC drive-thru, avoiding long queue, SA in stitches

"Real friends make plans": Friends walk KFC drive-thru, avoiding long queue, SA in stitches

Family and Relationships

30 days ago

"He shows dedication": Mzansi reacts to Eastern Cape police officer chasing a suspect

"He shows dedication": Mzansi reacts to Eastern Cape police officer chasing a suspect

People

30 days ago

"Those are super nice": SA impressed with PEP Home's budget-friendly kitchenware finds

"Those are super nice": SA impressed with PEP Home's budget-friendly kitchenware finds

People

a month ago

"They made it worse by hiding": CEO and HR manager caught cheating at Coldplay concert, SA stunned

"They made it worse by hiding": CEO and HR manager caught cheating at Coldplay concert, SA stunned

Family and Relationships

a month ago

A video captured Astronomer CEO Andy Byron and coworker Kristin Cabot cuddling at a Coldplay concert. Both reportedly married individuals, sparking online debate.

"Phenomenal little man": Feel Good kid, Desmond Koolen gets big honour at school, SA moved

"Phenomenal little man": Feel Good kid, Desmond Koolen gets big honour at school, SA moved

Family and Relationships

a month ago

Desmond, the "Feel Good Kid," was honoured for making Team SA in the performing arts. He qualified in acting, singing, and modelling for the World Championship.

"Rich people are humble": Millionaire shares reason for driving same car for 20 years, SA divided

"Rich people are humble": Millionaire shares reason for driving same car for 20 years, SA divided

People

a month ago

A 58-year-old millionaire explained his affordable lifestyle and investment secrets, including Rule 72. He added that he has driven the same car for years.

"Safe delivery queens": Pregnant women in the labour ward dance their way to motherhood, SA amused

"Safe delivery queens": Pregnant women in the labour ward dance their way to motherhood, SA amused

Family and Relationships

a month ago

A charming video of four heavily pregnant women dancing in a labour ward, awaiting the arrival of their bundles of joy, sparked laughter across social media.

"A lot has changed": US doctor shares insight about working at Baragwanath hospital, SA moved

"A lot has changed": US doctor shares insight about working at Baragwanath hospital, SA moved

People

a month ago

A US doctor's detailed account of his last year of medical training in Johannesburg revealed intense trauma care and profound cultural observations.

"Zulu men are always happy": Hungry man gets loud at KFC, SA in stitches

"Zulu men are always happy": Hungry man gets loud at KFC, SA in stitches

People

a month ago

A man's loud and hilarious expression of hunger at a KFC outlet, featuring ululations and jumping, led to him receiving his order quickly and became a viral hit.

"This guy is a blessing": General Mkhwanazi's throwback video on alcohol in townships sparks debate

"This guy is a blessing": General Mkhwanazi's throwback video on alcohol in townships sparks debate

People

a month ago

An old video of General Mkhwanazi's views on banning alcohol in townships, linking it to criminal activities, resurfaced, sparking an intense debate online.

"It has eyes and ears": Toddlers' adorable seafood meal reaction has Mzansi in stitches

"It has eyes and ears": Toddlers' adorable seafood meal reaction has Mzansi in stitches

Family and Relationships

a month ago

A mom shared a seafood surprise for her toddlers, and it went viral. The kids hilariously rejected prawns for having eyes and ears, sparking online amusement.

"Her energy speaks volumes": Gogo beams with pride watching grandkids' traditional dance, SA moved

"Her energy speaks volumes": Gogo beams with pride watching grandkids' traditional dance, SA moved

Family and Relationships

a month ago

A grandmother's heartwarming pride watching her grandkids perform a traditional dance captivated social media users, sparking joy and a discussion.

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