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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Sihle Nduli injury update: Orlando Pirates confirms bad news after horrific challenge

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All Blacks’ Bulls win gives Springboks plenty to think about before first Test

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Johan Ackermann spots all Blacks weakness after Bulls’ 50–19 defeat ahead of Springboks Test

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Kaizer Chiefs fans react to R100 ticket price and additional costs for Sundowns clash

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All Blacks shed light on injured stars ahead of Springboks Test

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The All Blacks have provided fresh updates on several injured stars ahead of their first Test against the Springboks on 22 August. Dave Rennie remains confident

Ex-Pirates midfielder Michael Morton reveals every salary from 7 clubs in 17-year career

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Michael Morton reveals his earnings from seven clubs over his 17-year career, detailing salary changes, pivotal contracts, and the impact of COVID-19.

Amazulu’s Ngwenya breaks his silence after Orlando Pirates midfielder Sihle Nduli’s painful injury

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AmaZulu striker Thandolwenkosi Ngwenya has broken his silence after Orlando Pirates midfielder Sihle Nduli suffered a painful injury during Wednesday

Gayton McKenzie shares family’s fear after doctors said ‘prepare for the worst’ over sick son in ICU

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Minister Gayton McKenzie shares his son Cruz’s miraculous healing story after doctors told the family to prepare for the worst during a medical crisis

Ma’a Nonu had to do one thing before answering the All Blacks’ haka at Kings Park

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Ma’a Nonu’s solo haka response to the All Blacks became one of the standout moments at Kings Park. But before stepping forward, the former New Zealand star had one

Former Sharks star Curwin Bosch set for Bulls debut against All Blacks at Loftus Versfeld

Rugby

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Bulls coach Johan Ackermann confirms a full-strength squad for Saturday's All Blacks clash at Loftus, with Curwin Bosch set to make his debut after returning from

Loftus ticket prices revealed ahead of Bulls-All Blacks clash

Rugby

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Loftus Ticket Prices Revealed Ahead Of Bulls-All Blacks Clash, With Supporters Able To Choose From Several Seating Categories At Loftus Versfeld.

Tendai “Beast” Mtawarira makes bold Springboks vs All Blacks series prediction

Rugby

2 months ago

Tendai “Beast” Mtawarira makes a bold Springboks vs All Blacks series prediction and explains why he believes South Africa’s forwards could prove decisive.

Sharks confirm big contract decision on Springbok star

Rugby

2 months ago

The Sharks confirm a pivotal contract extension for Springbok star André Esterhuizen, ensuring his leadership role until 2030. Key details on the agreement inside.

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