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

1031 articles published since 07 Apr 2026

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Hugo Broos’ response to ‘white genocide’ question leaves Mzansi divided ahead of Czechia clash

Football

4 months ago

Ronwen Williams calls for African unity after backlash: “As Africa we are one”

Football

4 months ago

Hugo Broos tells Bafana Bafana critics to ‘shut up’ ahead of South Africa’s biggest World Cup test

Football

4 months ago

Goss makes Morocco admission ahead of Bafana Bafana’s must-win Czechia clash

Football

4 months ago

Kaizer Chiefs confirm Fernando da Cruz as new coach and fans immediately send a message

Football

4 months ago

Heat-related death of 22-year-old student forces Marathon safety review

Sports

4 months ago

Siv Ngesi defends Mama joy Chauke after viral post sparks backlash

Football

4 months ago

Siv Ngesi defends Mama Joy Chauke amid a viral backlash over a social media post, sparking a fierce debate on respect and fandom in South Africa's sporting community

Czechia star fires warning at Bafana Bafana before must-win World Cup clash: ‘It will be a dead end’

Football

4 months ago

South Africa and Czechia clash under pressure in a crucial FIFA World Cup match. Defender Jaroslav Zelený warns Bafana Bafana of a tough physical challenge in

Former Proteas U19 star Riley Norton named in Springboks starting XV for Barbarians clash

Rugby

4 months ago

Riley Norton, former Proteas U19 all-rounder, makes his Springbok debut against the Barbarians, showcasing his rapid rise in South African rugby.

South Africa vs Czechia referee only second woman to officiate men’s World Cup match: Mzansi reacts

Football

4 months ago

Tori Penso makes history as the second woman to referee a men's World Cup match in Bafana Bafana's crucial clash against Czechia on 18 June. Reactions vary!

Temba Bavuma named among TIME100’s most influential sports figures alongside Messi and Ronaldo

Sports

4 months ago

Proteas captain Temba Bavuma is named in TIME's 100 Most Influential People in Sports 2026, celebrating his historic achievements and impact on South African cricket

Ex-EPL star claims he could beat Bafana Bafana with ‘10 Friends’ after World Cup defeat to Mexico

Football

4 months ago

Gabriel Agbonlahor criticises South Africa’s 2-0 loss to Mexico, questioning their World Cup prospects and Lyle Foster’s performance as Bafana Bafana face Czechia

Kaizer Chiefs in surprise talks with Manchester United legend Dwight Yorke as coach search continues

Football

4 months ago

Kaizer Chiefs have reportedly opened talks with Dwight Yorke regarding their managerial vacancy, adding intrigue to their search for a new head coach for the

Cassper Nyovest Sparks Hugo Broos debate after Tunisia fires coach following World Cup humbling

Football

4 months ago

Cassper Nyovest's reaction to Tunisia's coaching change sparks debate on Hugo Broos and Bafana Bafana's future, as fans remain divided on his leadership.

Ex-Kaizer Chiefs star Willard Katsande says players got just R280 each before he quit coaching job

Football

4 months ago

Willard Katsande reveals financial struggles during his coaching stint at Rangers FC, detailing unpaid wages and challenging conditions that led to his departure.

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