Divani Coopoosamy

Education: National Diploma in Journalism, Durban University of Technology (2021); Advanced Diploma in Journalism, Cape Peninsula (2023); Honours in Media Studies and Communication, University of South Africa (2024-present).

Experience: IndianSpice Online, columnist (2018-2019); Durban Youth Radio, news reporter (2021-2022); Newskoop, journalist (2022-2023); Briefly News(2025-present).

Divani Coopoosamy is a human interest reporter at Briefly News (joined September 2025). She graduated from Durban University of Technology in 2021. She obtained her Advanced Diploma in Journalism in 2023 at Cape Peninsula. She is currently completing her Honours in Media Studies and Communication. Divani is a journalist with three years of experience in news reporting, feature writing and digital media. She worked at Durban Youth Radio until June 2022 before joining Newskoop. Contact her at divani.coopoosamy@briefly.co.za

81 articles published since 05 Sep 2025

Author's articles

The best street food in Langa, Cape Town: A traveler’s culinary journey

The best street food in Langa, Cape Town: A traveler’s culinary journey

People

2 months ago

From peppermint tart to cricket: inside Melbourne’s unforgettable Braai Day

From peppermint tart to cricket: inside Melbourne’s unforgettable Braai Day

Family and Relationships

2 months ago

The beauty of Xhosa weddings: a stunning display of traditional elegance

The beauty of Xhosa weddings: a stunning display of traditional elegance

Family and Relationships

2 months ago

Turning land into luxury: SA couple build a home from scratch

Turning land into luxury: SA couple build a home from scratch

People

2 months ago

Motivating children with reward systems: the power of positive reinforcement

Motivating children with reward systems: the power of positive reinforcement

Family and Relationships

2 months ago

Mansa Mayne steps into a Limpopo wedding dance leaving Mzansi giggling

Mansa Mayne steps into a Limpopo wedding dance leaving Mzansi giggling

People

2 months ago

Creative mom gives baby a DIY rollercoaster experience

Creative mom gives baby a DIY rollercoaster experience

People

2 months ago

A South African creative mom gives her toddler a DIY rollercoaster ride using a virtual simulation on TV and a dish to sit in, but the baby can't sit still.

Teachers shine at matric ball with unexpected dance moves

Teachers shine at matric ball with unexpected dance moves

People

2 months ago

The Matric Ball is more than just a celebration for learners; it's a chance for teachers to show off their fun side by surprising learners with their dance moves.

Adorable moment: Boy faces first fast-moving corn snake without fear in video

Adorable moment: Boy faces first fast-moving corn snake without fear in video

People

2 months ago

A young boy handled a corn snake in a clip that's going viral as people admire his bravery and consider whether it's safe for children to be around such creatures.

From safety to independence: South African shares her journey studying in China

From safety to independence: South African shares her journey studying in China

People

2 months ago

A South African student studying in Suzhou, China, showed off her cozy apartment and mentioned the challenges of living far from home as a student abroad.

A R1,000 Phuket holiday, but there's a slight catch

A R1,000 Phuket holiday, but there's a slight catch

People

2 months ago

A South African woman scored a 7-day stay in Phuket for just R1,000; the deal’s requirements included a timeshare presentation and meeting certain income criteria

The power of connections: Miss Karabo’s impact on her Grade R class

The power of connections: Miss Karabo’s impact on her Grade R class

People

2 months ago

Miss Karabo’s unique ability to recognise her learners by voice, showing her deep connection with each child and her hands-on approach to teaching.

Viral gift-giving debate highlights relationship pressures after woman gets "funeral flowers" from partner

Viral gift-giving debate highlights relationship pressures after woman gets "funeral flowers" from partner

Family and Relationships

2 months ago

A viral TikTok post featuring a bouquet of lilies and other flowers sparked a debate about the thoughtfulness of gifts in relationships and preferences.

Cracked glass meets celebrity art: SA artist's Summer Walker portrait

Cracked glass meets celebrity art: SA artist's Summer Walker portrait

People

2 months ago

South African artist @sk_original_art stunning cracked glass portrait of Summer Walker, blends fragility with beauty leaving Mzansi amazed and proud.

Midnight madness: TikTok workout takes over after dark

Midnight madness: TikTok workout takes over after dark

People

2 months ago

A fitness content creator's after-dark clip is sweeping across TikTok and has the online community trying to stifle their laughter in the middle of the night.

Divani Coopoosamy