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

1019 articles published since 07 Apr 2026

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Barry Hendricks suspended by SASCOC as retired judge recommends further action

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Springboks target area that haunted them in first 3 tests ahead of Baltimore

Rugby

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Former Bafana star Lerato Chabangu shares crucial financial advice for young footballers

Football

a month ago

Mamelodi Sundowns win race for Bafana Bafana defender after beating Orlando Pirates

Football

a month ago

Fresh SAFA controversy emerges just days before presidential election

Football

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Springboks set for packed schedule after All Blacks series

Rugby

a month ago

How much more the Springboks and All Blacks will make from their game in Baltimore

Rugby

a month ago

The Springboks and All Blacks’ Baltimore Test could earn each union R90m more than a South African fixture, revealing rugby’s huge US financial opportunity.

Jasper Wiese opens up on what Springboks’ All Blacks series win would mean

Rugby

a month ago

Jasper Wiese reveals what a Springboks series win over the All Blacks would mean, while reflecting on record loose trio milestone with Siya Kolisi in Baltimore.

World Rugby criticised over 2027 World Cup draw as Springboks or All Blacks face quarter-final exit

Rugby

a month ago

World Rugby has faced criticism over the 2027 Rugby World Cup draw, which could see either the Springboks or All Blacks eliminated in a shock quarter-final.

Dave Rennie ‘cheating’ video resurfaces as All Blacks face Springboks in Baltimore

Rugby

a month ago

Dave Rennie’s old Wallabies breakdown video resurfaces amid the All Blacks’ cheating row with the Springboks before the Baltimore Test amid scrutiny.

SAFA confirms venue for Pitso Mosimane’s first Bafana Bafana game as tickets go on sale

Football

a month ago

Pitso Mosimane’s Bafana Bafana return starts at Orlando Stadium against Guinea on 26 September 2026, with tickets on sale ahead of the AFCON qualifier clash.

Kagiso Rabada injury update: Shukri Conrad explains Proteas’ next move

Sports

a month ago

As Kagiso Rabada’s fitness remains uncertain, Proteas coach Shukri Conrad updates fans on his recovery for the crucial Test series against Australia next month.

Rassie Erasmus breaks silence on claims that Springboks’ Baltimore test is an ‘exhibition’

Rugby

a month ago

Rassie Erasmus defends the significance of the Springboks vs All Blacks Test in Baltimore, emphasising both teams' motivation despite the series advantage.

Mark Alexander reveals what SA Rugby heard from fans after Springboks ticket-price row

Rugby

a month ago

Mark Alexander reveals what SA Rugby heard from Springboks fans after the ticket-price row and how supporter feedback could shape future events going forward.

Rassie Erasmus confirms when Handré Pollard and Franco Mostert will return for Springboks

Rugby

a month ago

Rassie Erasmus confirms Handré Pollard and Franco Mostert are on track for a return as the Springboks gear up for their Test against the Wallabies on 26 September

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