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

2903 articles published since 08 Aug 2024

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"You closed the challenge": SA in stitches over gent's hilarious 'Siyakubongela Mzala' challenge

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"The audacity of these two": Mel Viljoen mocked as old luxury clip resurfaces amid legal fund woes

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"You are so real": Rachel Kolisi reveals pre-stage wardrobe malfunction, SA entertained

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"Halala, my sister": Woman receives a Ford Raptor gift from bae, SA celebrates

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"Our wives don't let us go out": Woman vents about Cape Town men not showing up for games night

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"What a legendary family": Driver films rare camouflage mansion and matching cars in Limpopo

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19 days ago

"Let the truth come out": Curro Bloemfontein parents demand removal of school head, SA stunned

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19 days ago

Parents at Curro Bloemfontein protest against head Mrs Rossouw, citing teacher resignations and management issues, prompting online debate over protest coverage.

"I'd sell the house": Snake catcher dismantles bathroom to rescue hidden cape cobra, SA stunned

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19 days ago

A Franschhoek family allowed a snake handler to dismantle their bathroom to remove a Cape cobra, creating hilarious reactions across South Africa.

"You are brave": SA man shows what daily life in Nigeria looks like, Mzansi stunned

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19 days ago

South African content creator @shafresh_ shares a candid glimpse of life in Nigeria amid rising tensions over undocumented immigrants in a captivating TikTok video.

"So happy for you guys": South African immigrants celebrate milestone in America, SA rallies behind

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19 days ago

South African mother Antoinette and son Clayden celebrate opening American bank accounts in Dallas, marking a significant milestone in their new life.

Rachel Kolisi and other leaders to inspire women at ‘Fortune Favours the Brave' event in Brynston

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19 days ago

Join South African leaders at The Brave Collective's eighth event, Fortune Favours the Brave, for insights on financial independence and resilience on 5 August 2026.

"God made the right person rich": Jayden Crosson hands R20k worth of pizzas to the needy, SA moved

People

19 days ago

Johannesburg entrepreneur Jayden Crosson distributes R20,000 worth of Roman's Pizza in a community giveaway, showcasing generosity and humility amidst local need.

"Such a wonderful culture": Popi Sibiya experiences a vibrant Ndebele umgidi celebration, SA wowed

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19 days ago

Popi Sibiya highlights Ndebele culture during a heartfelt umgidi ceremony in Mpumalanga, showcasing emotional reunions, tradition, and vibrant celebrations.

"This is treasonous": Ex-Home Affairs worker shares involvement in fraudulent ID and passport scheme

People

19 days ago

A former Home Affairs employee reveals her role in an illegal passport scheme, sparking outrage among South Africans over its impact on national security.

"Let the child in": Late learner uses best Afrikaans in hilarious bid to get into school, SA amused

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19 days ago

A late South African learner captivates viewers with his confident plea in Afrikaans at the school intercom, showcasing remarkable fluency and cheeky charm.

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