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

1029 articles published since 07 Apr 2026

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

Rugby

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Kwagga Smith reveals why no Springbok place is guaranteed anymore

Rugby

3 months ago

Italy lock receives lengthy suspension after Nations Championship Red card

Rugby

3 months ago

Aaron Mokoena explains why Relebohile Mofokeng’s biggest ‘problem’ could be his greatest strength

Football

3 months ago

Police give fresh update on Jayden Adams death inquest as South Africa mourns football star

Football

3 months ago

Parliament demands urgent investigation into controversial Afrikaner-only Bokkieweek tournament

Sports

3 months ago

Rassie Erasmus questions World Rugby’s new referee rules over communication changes

Rugby

3 months ago

Rassie Erasmus questions World Rugby's new referee communication protocols ahead of the 2026 Nations Championship, sparking fresh debate in international rugby.

Former Springboks coach Nick Mallett urges patience with Aphelele Fassi

Rugby

3 months ago

Former Springboks coach Nick Mallett urges patience with Aphelele Fassi as the talented fullback returns from injury, highlighting key factors for his comeback.

Rassie explains why Pieter-Steph du Toit, not Siya Kolisi, will captain Springboks against Wales

Rugby

3 months ago

Rassie Erasmus reveals why Pieter-Steph du Toit will captain the Springboks against Wales, addressing Kolisi's injury and the team's strategy for upcoming Tests.

Guinea ask CAF to move Bafana AFCON qualifier from South Africa as safety fears grow

Football

3 months ago

Guinea has asked CAF to move their 2027 AFCON qualifier against Bafana Bafana to a neutral venue due to security concerns amid recent protests in South Africa.

What Pyramids FC are reportedly offering Rulani Mokwena has everyone talking

Football

3 months ago

Rulani Mokwena may move to Pyramids FC from Al Ittihad, with reports of a lucrative package that could reshape his coaching career in North Africa.

Rassie Erasmus reveals when Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu could make Springboks comeback

Rugby

3 months ago

Rassie Erasmus provides optimism for Springboks fans, revealing Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu's potential return for the Rugby Championship as key players near fitness.

Stormers line up another Springbok veteran to join Kolbe and Kolisi in major transfer coup

Rugby

3 months ago

The Stormers are eyeing a surprise return for Springbok star Damian de Allende, potentially reshaping their backline for next season amid growing excitement among

Danny Jordaan visits Jayden Adams’ family as Safa honours late Bafana star

Football

3 months ago

SAFA president Danny Jordaan pays tribute to late Bafana Bafana midfielder Jayden Adams, as football mourns his tragic passing at 25 and celebrates his legacy.

Jayden Adams’ death sparks urgent calls for better mental health support in SA Sport

Football

3 months ago

Jayden Adams' death has ignited urgent calls for enhanced mental health support for South African athletes, as public figures unite to advocate for emotional well

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