Dzikamai Matara

Education: Mechanical Engineering coursework, MIT (2004-2006); YOAST SEO for Beginners (2023); YOAST Block Editor Training (2023); and YOAST Structured Data for Beginners (2023).

Experience: Sports Writer, Briefly News (2026 - present); News and Current Affairs Writer, iHarare (2018-2024); Content Writer, Pindula (2016-2018).

Dzikamai Matara is a sports and news writer at Briefly News with over a decade of journalism and editorial experience across Southern African digital media. Prior to joining Briefly News, Dzikamai served as Senior News & Current Affairs Editor at iHarare for six years, overseeing breaking news desks and sports feature coverage. He brings extensive experience in sports profiling, live match reporting, and investigative current affairs analysis. Email him at dzikamai.matara@briefly.co.za

1011 articles published since 07 Apr 2026

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Sir Graham Henry praises Rassie Erasmus for bold selection philosophy with Springboks

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Springbok women coaches spot 2 costly problems after Ireland defeat

Rugby

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Bulls coach Johan Ackermann demands referee clarity after unconvincing win over Ulster

Rugby

12 hours ago

Scotland name 4 South African-born players for Tests against All Blacks and Wallabies

Rugby

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Australia to reshuffle batting order for Cape Town decider as 2 players axed

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Proteas lose fast bowler ahead of crucial Australia Test in Cape Town

Sports

16 hours ago

Usman Khawaja reveals bombshell diagnosis he kept secret throughout his cricket career

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Usman Khawaja reveals he secretly battled rheumatoid arthritis during his international cricket career, feared for his life and hopes his story inspires others.

Cheslin Kolbe urges Springbok hopefuls to play sevens: ‘It taught me so much’

Rugby

18 hours ago

Cheslin Kolbe urges aspiring Springboks to try sevens rugby, revealing how the Blitzboks sharpened his defence, tackling and skills before the 15-a-side game.

Irish Rugby Mourns Former International Phil O’Callaghan After Death at 83

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19 hours ago

Phil O’Callaghan, former Ireland and Munster prop, has died aged 83. His 21 caps, Australia victory and coaching legacy led to Munster Hall of Fame honours.

Ex-Springbok Jacques Potgieter faces backlash over marriage breakdown with Angelique Gerber

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Former Springbok Jacques Potgieter faces backlash after a photo with his twin daughters; Angelique Gerber’s divorce plans renew scrutiny of their split.

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Mamelodi Sundowns crash out of CAF Champions League after Wiliete SC shock

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3 days ago

Mamelodi Sundowns have crashed out of the CAF Champions League after drawing 1-1 with Wiliete SC in Pretoria, ending their title defence. Sundowns failed to progress

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Pitso Mosimane names 38-player Bafana Bafana squad for AFCON qualifiers against Benni’s Kenya

Football

3 days ago

Bafana Bafana coach Pitso Mosimane names a 38-player preliminary squad for South Africa’s November 2026 AFCON qualifiers against Benni McCarthy’s Kenya.

Kimberley Big Hole Marathon: Race times, heat forecast and safety advice

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3 days ago

Kimberley marathon runners face temperatures of up to 35°C and possible thunderstorms this weekend. Check race times, weather concerns and safety advice.

Springbok women prepare for Ireland with history and rankings on the line

Rugby

3 days ago

Yonela Ngxingolo earns her 50th Springbok Women cap against Ireland as South Africa chase a historic win and a possible rise to eighth in the world rankings in 2026.

Temba Bavuma breaks silence on viral Steve Smith moment in Proteas victory

Sports

3 days ago

Temba Bavuma explains his reaction as Steve Smith’s dismissal helped the Proteas level the Gqeberha Test, while Kagiso Rabada’s return boosted the fightback.

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