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

1015 articles published since 07 Apr 2026

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Wallabies shock Springboks after wild finish leaves Perth Test on a knife edge

Rugby

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Bafana Bafana star Mbekezeli Mbokazi makes unexpected injury return

Football

a month ago

Bafana Bafana move up the FIFA rankings after Mosimane’s winning return

Football

a month ago

Pitso Mosimane has a clear message for every Bafana Bafana star

Football

a month ago

Pitso Mosimane singles out 2 Bafana Bafana stars for praise after performance against Guinea

Football

a month ago

John Dobson reveals what Siya Kolisi wanted before Stormers’ URC opener

Rugby

a month ago

Hansie Cronje’s family shares emotional tributes on his 57th birthday

Sports

a month ago

Hansie Cronje’s 57th birthday sparks emotional tributes from his siblings, recalling the late Proteas captain’s life, death and complicated cricket legacy today.

Rassie Erasmus finally addresses the Springboks’ mysterious bald squad bet

Rugby

a month ago

Rassie Erasmus reveals the Springboks’ mysterious bald squad bet after beating New Zealand, but keeps the secret details hidden before Australia’s next Test.

André Esterhuizen reveals why Springboks captaincy feels surprisingly comfortable

Rugby

a month ago

André Esterhuizen explains why his first Springboks captaincy feels comfortable as South Africa name a new-look side for a crucial Wallabies clash in Perth.

André Esterhuizen questions shut down as Springboks prepare for Wallabies clash

Football

a month ago

André Esterhuizen leads the Springboks against Australia in Perth as questions over a 2012 school rugby case resurface before his first Test as captain begins.

Ronwen Williams praises Emile Witbooi after Amajita reach 2026 COSAFA U20 final

Football

a month ago

Ronwen Williams praises Emile Witbooi after his stunning goal sends Amajita into the COSAFA U20 final and secures South Africa’s 2027 U20 AFCON place in Ghana.

Amajita beat Zambia 4–2 to qualify for 2027 U20 AFCON and reach COSAFA Cup final

Football

a month ago

Amajita beat Zambia 4-2 in Mozambique to qualify for the 2027 U20 AFCON in Ghana, with Steven Mendes inspiring a stunning comeback before Sunday’s big final.

Springboks vs Wallabies in Perth: head-to-head stats show balanced record ahead of 27 September test

Rugby

a month ago

Springboks face Australia in Perth on 27 September 2026 with history level at four wins apiece, despite recent momentum and Rassie Erasmus’ major team changes.

Desiree Ellis names 24-player Banyana Banyana squad for Madagascar Olympic qualifiers

Sports

a month ago

Desiree Ellis names Banyana Banyana’s 24-player squad for crucial Madagascar Olympic qualifiers as South Africa targets Los Angeles 2028 Olympic qualification.

Bafana Bafana AFCON clash takes unexpected turn after Guinea coach’s surprise decision

Football

a month ago

Guinea coach Paulo Duarte skips the pre-match press conference before Saturday’s Bafana Bafana AFCON qualifier, sparking intrigue ahead of the crucial clash.

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