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

1030 articles published since 07 Apr 2026

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Bafana Bafana’s Khuliso Mudau, Evidence Makgopa crack FIFA World Cup top 5 as Mbokazi makes top 10

Football

3 months ago

Ronwen Williams’ PSL awards snub branded ‘ridiculous’ by former Bafana Bafana coach

Football

3 months ago

Springbok jersey warning emerges as Bee row erupts ahead of All Blacks tour

Rugby

3 months ago

Bafana Bafana’s World Cup grade puts South Africa above 31 eliminated teams, only 7 did better

Football

3 months ago

Wilco Louw opens up on losing his father and reveals pain behind Springbok return

Rugby

3 months ago

Relebohile Mofokeng’s mom apologises to Kaizer Chiefs fans after viral joke

Football

3 months ago

Rugby player in ICU after try celebration pile-up leaves father of three with spinal injury

Rugby

3 months ago

A devastating incident during a rugby match leaves Sonasi Langi, 26, critically injured, prompting support from the community and a fundraising effort for his

World Cup-winning coach identifies Springboks’ “flaw”, reveals blueprint to beat them

Rugby

3 months ago

Sir Steve Hansen reveals the Springboks' predictable tactics, outlining a strategic blueprint for opponents to exploit their weaknesses and challenge their dominance

Why Rassie Erasmus is risking Scotland result for Springboks’ World Cup dream

Rugby

3 months ago

Rassie Erasmus defends his bold Springbok selections ahead of the Scotland clash, prioritising World Cup insights despite Scotland's stunning victory over Argentina.

Police share fresh update on divine Lunga shooting incident as investigation continues

Football

3 months ago

Fresh police updates in Divine Lunga's shooting investigation reveal no arrests yet. The Mamelodi Sundowns defender remains unharmed after the Hillbrow gunfire

‘No entry’ signs and boycotts: the unbelievable fallout from South Korea’s Bafana Bafana loss

Football

3 months ago

South Korea's World Cup disappointment sparks backlash against former coach Hong Myung-bo, with LA restaurants banning him after the team's exit. Anger persists

Peter Shalulile finally opens up on why he chose to leave Mamelodi Sundowns after 6 successful years

Football

3 months ago

Peter Shalulile reveals the reasons behind his departure from Mamelodi Sundowns after six successful years and discusses interest from Scottland FC and others.

Springboks vs Scotland hit by Loftus suite revolt as 75% of boxes face being empty

Rugby

3 months ago

A dispute over private suite access at Loftus could leave 75% of the hospitality space unused for the Springboks vs Scotland Test, as annual fees rise.

Duhan van der Merwe shares emotional reason why he rejected the Springboks for good

Rugby

3 months ago

Duhan van der Merwe reveals the emotional journey behind his decision to reject the Springboks in favour of Scotland, highlighting unseen sacrifices and heartfelt

Victor Matfield names the 2 players he believes are the heartbeat of the Springboks

Rugby

3 months ago

Victor Matfield identifies Damian de Allende and Jasper Wiese as the heartbeat of the Springboks after their 45-21 victory over England, highlighting their physical

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