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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Kevin Pietersen under fire after calling South Africa the greatest country

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Cameron Waldeck-cooks’ death prompts a powerful response from women’s groups

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New Proteas face and surprise captaincy move revealed for Namibia tour

Sports

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Chad le Clos reveals what he misses most after losing his Cape Town home to devastating fire

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President’s Award breaks silence after Cameron Waldeck-cooks’ tragic death

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Springbok Jordan Hendrikse’s romantic surprise ends in big relationship news

Rugby

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Siya Kolisi injury leads to shock Springbok recall for 39-year-old veteran

Rugby

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Siya Kolisi's hamstring injury prompts Springboks to recall veteran Deon Fourie ahead of the crucial All Blacks Test, adding depth to the squad amid fitness concerns

Rassie Erasmus delivers big Eben Etzebeth verdict after Springboks return

Rugby

2 months ago

Eben Etzebeth's impressive return in the Springboks’ 17-10 victory over Argentina thrilled Rassie Erasmus, who praised his physical performance ahead of the

Mamelodi Sundowns take special step to honour late star Jayden Adams

Football

2 months ago

Mamelodi Sundowns honour late midfielder Jayden Adams by retiring his number 8 jersey for the 2026/27 season, ensuring his legacy endures with the Yellow Nation.

Past salaries for ex-Bafana Bafana coaches resurface as Pitso Mosimane rejects R5 million a year

Football

2 months ago

Pitso Mosimane's salary demands have spotlighted Bafana Bafana's coaching pay history, revealing stark contrasts with previous coaches as negotiations with SAFA

Cameron Waldeck-cooks’ video surfaces, recorded just days before her tragic death

Sports

2 months ago

A heartfelt video capturing Cameron Waldeck-Cooks with friends before her tragic death reveals her kind spirit and the hiking weekend she eagerly anticipated.

St Stithians Cameron Waldeck-Cooks’ death prompts strong message from Gauteng MEC

Sports

2 months ago

Gauteng MEC Lebogang Maile calls for “moral regeneration” after St Stithians learner Cameron Waldeck-Cooks' tragic death, urging collective responsibility in society

Ethan Coetzee praised by St Stithians community as family remains silent

Sports

2 months ago

Ethan Coetzee, 19, is fondly remembered by the St Stithians community. Tributes highlight his kind nature as investigations continue into his tragic death alongside

Banyana Banyana one win from 2027 World Cup qualification as Morocco stand in their way

Football

2 months ago

Banyana Banyana aim to secure World Cup qualification against Morocco in a crucial WAFCON quarterfinal, with Desiree Ellis confident in her team's readiness.

World Cup hero Thapelo Maseko left disheartened as Sundowns accused of blocking 3 transfer moves

Football

2 months ago

Thapelo Maseko's World Cup success faces turmoil as claims emerge that Sundowns blocked overseas chances, raising concerns over his future with the club.

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