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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FIFA subpoenaed by US states over artificially inflating ticket prices and misleading fans

Football

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Ox Nché joins fight against SA’s violent CIT gangs with new armoured fleet

Rugby

5 months ago

Siya Kolisi’s sweet moment with his girls melts hearts online

Rugby

5 months ago

Siya Kolisi took major pay sacrifice to rejoin Stormers, says Dobson

Rugby

5 months ago

Gayton McKenzie reveals he gave boxer Siyakholwa Kuse R50,000 from his own salary after backlash

Sports

5 months ago

Victor Udoh dead: Ex-Southampton wonderkid dies aged 21 under suspicious circumstances

Football

5 months ago

Relebohile Mofokeng crowned Transfermarkt player of the season as Pirates sweep Awards

Football

5 months ago

Relebohile Mofokeng wins Transfermarkt Player of the Season as Orlando Pirates dominate the Betway Premiership, showcasing their remarkable title-winning campaign.

Kagiso Rabada shares heartwarming birthday photo with parents as fans flood star with messages

Sports

5 months ago

Kagiso Rabada shares a playful birthday photo with his parents, showcasing family bonds while celebrating his IPL record-breaking performances. A heartwarming

Layla Kolbe shares heartbreaking video of Cheslin saying goodbye to kids in Japan

Rugby

5 months ago

Layla Kolbe shares heartbreaking scenes of Cheslin Kolbe's emotional airport goodbye to their children in Japan, reflecting on sacrifices ahead of his Cape Town

Mamelodi Sundowns set for hundreds of millions more after banking R100m CAF Champions League jackpot

Football

5 months ago

Mamelodi Sundowns could earn hundreds of millions more after banking the R100 million CAF Champions League jackpot, with FIFA Club World Cup, FIFA Intercontinental

“Am I paralysed?” Rugby player retires after horror injury weeks after another player’s death

Rugby

5 months ago

A Nelson rugby player, Kwaid Ahhoi, has quit the sport after a serious neck injury left him momentarily paralysed and fearing for his life. His decision follows the

Mamelodi Sundowns players and staff set to split entire R100 million CAF jackpot

Football

5 months ago

Mamelodi Sundowns players and staff will split the R100 million CAF Champions League prize money, sparking online debate about player rewards and club investments

Local artist celebrates Rassie Erasmus’ bond with beloved dog Kwedini through heartfelt present

Rugby

5 months ago

Rassie Erasmus' heartfelt visit to a Durbanville artist for a portrait of his dog Kwedini touched hearts across South Africa, celebrating creativity and connection.

Iran forced to move World Cup base to Mexico after US refuses to host them

Football

5 months ago

Iran’s national team will base in Mexico during the 2026 World Cup after the US declined to host, raising concerns over visas, politics, and security.

Daniel Msendami dedicates Orlando Pirates title to late daughter after historic PSL triumph

Football

5 months ago

Daniel Msendami dedicated Orlando Pirates' Betway Premiership title to his late daughter, marking a historic end to Mamelodi Sundowns' dominance in a heartwarming

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