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

Rugby

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All Blacks coach Dave Rennie reveals rotation plan for Springboks showdown

Rugby

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Jessica Williams reveals what South African players need to secure more overseas deals

Football

a month ago

Sandile Zungu lifts the lid on alleged threats and intimidation ahead of SAFA elections

Football

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AmaZulu FC’s Thandolwenkosi Ngwenya wins Betway Premiership Player of the Month for August

Football

a month ago

All Blacks warned they can’t handle the ‘big boys’ after Springboks defeat

Rugby

a month ago

Thabo Senong urges South African players to consider Zimbabwe PSL opportunities

Football

a month ago

Thabo Senong highlights Zimbabwe’s PSL as an emerging football destination for South African players, citing improved welfare and growing regional interest in the

Springboks make 2 changes for Rugby’s Greatest Rivalry decider against All Blacks in Baltimore

Rugby

a month ago

Rassie Erasmus reveals two key changes as the Springboks prepare for a crucial All Blacks decider in Baltimore, seeking victory in Rugby's Greatest Rivalry series.

Sandile Zungu makes major promise over unpaid Bafana Bafana World Cup bonuses ahead of SAFA election

Football

a month ago

Sandile Zungu pledges to resolve Bafana Bafana's unpaid World Cup bonuses by Thursday, intensifying the SAFA presidential race against Danny Jordaan.

Orlando Pirates face big Oswin Appollis decision as European offer arrives

Football

a month ago

Oswin Appollis, the Bafana Bafana winger, garners interest from Europe, adding urgency to Orlando Pirates’ transfer window decisions amid potential high-profile exit

Mamelodi Sundowns sign ex-Orlando Pirates defender after Khuliso Mudau injury

Football

a month ago

Mamelodi Sundowns bolster their defence by signing Deano van Rooyen from Orlando Pirates after Khuliso Mudau's injury, enhancing competition ahead of a demanding

SAFA explains delay in Bafana Bafana FIFA World Cup 2026 bonus payments

Football

a month ago

SAFA provides a fresh update on Bafana Bafana's FIFA World Cup bonuses, explaining tax obligations and clarifying payment timelines for players and support staff.

SAFA advertises national teams manager position days after Pitso Mosimane appointment

Football

a month ago

SAFA opens a National Teams Manager position after Pitso Mosimane’s return as Bafana Bafana head coach. Applications close 11 September 2026 for qualified candidates

Proteas name 16-man squad for Australia ODI series as Gerald Coetzee returns

Sports

a month ago

Temba Bavuma leads a strong Proteas squad, featuring established stars and emerging talent, as they face Australia in a vital ODI series ahead of the 2027 World Cup.

All Blacks confirm 36-man Baltimore squad as 9 players head home after Springboks loss

Rugby

a month ago

Dave Rennie confirms a reshaped All Blacks squad for the series finale in Baltimore against the Springboks after nine players return home following defeat in Soweto.

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