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

1021 articles published since 07 Apr 2026

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Orlando Pirates legend issues warning over Ouaddou’s team selections

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Airlink Makes Surprise Fly-Past Decision Ahead of Springboks-All Blacks Test at FNB Stadium

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Kaizer Chiefs coach da Cruz backs goalkeeper Brandon Petersen after costly blunders

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Bongani Zungu explains why he chose India over PSL clubs after AmaZulu exit

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R31 million World Cup trip: Gayton McKenzie reveals the full list of travellers

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Czech teen Kvido Zak leaves home at 16 to play rugby at Glenwood High School in Durban

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SAFA president Danny Jordaan sets 3 major targets for Bafana Bafana under Pitso Mosimane

Football

a month ago

Pitso Mosimane's return as Bafana Bafana coach brings three key targets, including the 2030 FIFA World Cup, as outlined by SAFA president Danny Jordaan.

Former Kaizer Chiefs coach Cedric Kaze replaced after just 7 games at Sekhukhune

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Cedric Kaze's brief tenure at Sekhukhune United ends after just seven games amid a challenging start, replaced by Papi Zothwane for the club's next chapter.

Pitso Mosimane’s Bafana Bafana return sets up intriguing Benni McCarthy showdown

Football

a month ago

Pitso Mosimane will face Benni McCarthy twice in November as Bafana Bafana take on Kenya in the 2027 AFCON qualifiers, setting up a fascinating showdown between

Pitso Mosimane cites Carlo Ancelotti to defend dropping Helman Mkhalele from Bafana Bafana setup

Football

a month ago

Pitso Mosimane's return to Bafana Bafana sparks intrigue as he explains Helman Mkhalele's omission, referencing Carlo Ancelotti's trusted team approach.

Victor Matfield makes huge Eben Etzebeth claim after All Blacks victory

Rugby

a month ago

Eben Etzebeth's standout performance against the All Blacks in Cape Town earns praise from Victor Matfield, who calls him "probably the best Springbok of all time."

Deon Fourie’s honest admission after setting the record as the oldest Springbok ever

Rugby

a month ago

Deon Fourie makes history as the oldest Springbok Test player, breaking Matfield's record in a thrilling match against the All Blacks at DHL Stadium.

World Rugby told to rein in Rassie Erasmus as critics argue he has crossed the line

Rugby

a month ago

Rassie Erasmus faces accusations of unethical conduct in rugby, likened to a supervillain for his contentious tactics and controversial incidents sparking debate

Olympic champion Tatjana Smith takes legal action against Swimming SA over prize money dispute

Sports

a month ago

Olympic champion Tatjana Smith demands interest on her withheld prize money from Swimming South Africa, amidst allegations of mismanagement and leadership turmoil.

All Blacks reveal how they are handling Rassie Erasmus’ Springboks selection surprises

Rugby

a month ago

Ahead of the third Test, All Blacks assistant coach Mike Blair discusses Rassie Erasmus' tactics as New Zealand prepares for unexpected challenges from the Springbok

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