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

1028 articles published since 07 Apr 2026

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Bafana Bafana star left ‘devastated’ as American club blocks dream European transfer

Football

3 months ago

Kaizer Chiefs set for massive payday as Glody Lilepo’s transfer fee nearly doubles

Football

3 months ago

Ruben van Heerden ends 7-year wait as Springboks dream finally comes true

Rugby

3 months ago

SA Rugby says it’s cheaper to host Springboks tests overseas as it defends ticket prices

Rugby

3 months ago

FIFA’s World Cup final announcement has fans asking why one host nation gets special treatment

Football

3 months ago

Malcolm Marx reveals why Springbok injury scare ‘could have been worse’ before Wales Test

Rugby

3 months ago

Nick Mallett says World Rugby rule changes are taking away Wilco Louw’s biggest weapon

Rugby

3 months ago

Nick Mallett discusses how World Rugby's rule changes affect Wilco Louw's scrummaging dominance, reshaping tactics for tighthead props in modern rugby.

Gayton McKenzie fires back at R31 million World Cup spending claims, vows to release receipts

Football

3 months ago

Sports Minister Gayton McKenzie defends R31 million World Cup spending, pledging to publicly release receipts amid DA's demands for clarity on expenditure.

Iqraam Rayners reveals the promise he made to ‘brother’ Jayden Adams after heartbreaking loss

Football

3 months ago

Iqraam Rayners shares a heartfelt tribute to his late friend Jayden Adams, promising to keep his memory alive as supporters mourn the loss of a beloved teammate.

Da demands answers from Gayton McKenzie’s Department over R31 million World Cup programme

Football

3 months ago

The DA demands accountability over R30.95 million FIFA World Cup spending by the Department of Sport, Arts and Culture, seeking greater scrutiny in Parliament.

Jayden Adams Memorial service details confirmed as public invited to pay tribute

Football

3 months ago

South Africa will honour Jayden Adams with two memorial services in Stellenbosch on 16 July 2026, allowing fans and guests to celebrate the late football star's

Khama Billiat makes honest admission before facing former club Kaizer Chiefs

Football

3 months ago

Khama Billiat opens up ahead of facing Kaizer Chiefs for the first time since leaving Naturena, highlighting his focus on Scottland FC and the Toyota Cup clash.

Video of Steve Komphela checking on Jayden Adams resurfaces after his death

Football

3 months ago

A resurfaced video shows Steve Komphela checking on Jayden Adams before his tragic death, highlighting concerns over player welfare in South African football.

Jayden Adams’ funeral date revealed as football world prepares emotional farewell

Football

3 months ago

The funeral date for Jayden Adams, Bafana Bafana midfielder, is set for 25 July 2026, as tributes pour in from across South Africa amid ongoing investigations.

JP Pietersen reveals why Vusi Moyo is ready for Springbok Test rugby ahead of Wales debut

Rugby

3 months ago

P Pietersen believes Vusi Moyo has already shown he is ready for Springbok Test rugby ahead of his expected debut against Wales. The Sharks coach says the youngster

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