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

1011 articles published since 07 Apr 2026

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Springbok Women name new captain ahead of historic Ireland Tests

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Springbok attack coach Tony Brown says SA Rugby has got everything right under Rassie Erasmus

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Pieter Coetzé banks R2.7m in World Cup prize money, with more cash up for grabs

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Pieter Coetzé has earned approximately R2.67 million from the 2026 Swimming World Cup and could take his total beyond R3 million with further success in Beijing.

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Former Cheetahs player Gerrie Labuschagné retired from rugby over financial pressures and is pursuing an NFL dream, with Naas Botha offering coaching support.

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Doctor Khumalo is SAFA Technical Committee vice-chair, joining Jack Maluleke to shape coaching, talent development and South African football development.

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George Kusche set a marathon personal best of 2:10:09 at the Amsterdam Marathon, following his record-breaking Comrades victory in a standout 2026 season.

Lions make key changes for La Rochelle clash after Hyron Andrews’ death

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The Lions face La Rochelle in France after Hyron Andrews’ death, with Chris Smith captaining a reshuffled XV as Champions Cup matches honour the late lock.

Gerda Steyn sends clear message ahead of Hollywoodbets Joburg 10km race

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Gerda Steyn targets a stronger finish at the Hollywoodbets Joburg 10km after last year’s second place, while preparing for a 100km trail challenge in 2027.

Sharks rugby club mourns death of former player Hyron Andrews

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The Sharks mourn former lock Hyron Andrews, who spent over a decade with the club, and offer condolences to his wife, young sons, teammates and the Lions.

Jordan Hendrikse returns from injury to lead Sharks against Lyon in Challenge Cup

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Jordan Hendrikse returns from injury to start at flyhalf for the Sharks against Lyon in the Challenge Cup, with Jaco Williams and Suleiman Hartzenberg also back.

Lions confirm death of star lock in France ahead of Champions Cup clash

Rugby

10 days ago

The Lions mourn lock Hyron Andrews, who died in France ahead of their Champions Cup clash with La Rochelle, and confirm the team will play in his honour today.

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