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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CAF president Patrice Motsepe makes bold World Cup prediction that has Africa dreaming

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Siya Kolisi and Sinners star Omar Benson Miller spark buzz in Cape Town

Rugby

5 months ago

Siya Kolisi’s black G-Wagon has SA talking after viral pit stop post

Rugby

5 months ago

Mama Joy Chauke’s emotional tribute to fallen Bafana Bafana legends moves South Africa

Football

5 months ago

Former Australia cricket wicketkeeper John Maclean dies aged 80

Sports

5 months ago

Botswana government breaks silence after viral ‘Arsenal holiday’ notice sparks chaos

Football

5 months ago

Arsenal fans dig up AKA’s brutal 2019 tweet after title glory: “You can’t rip in SA”

Football

5 months ago

Arsenal celebrate Premier League glory as fans resurface AKA's past tweet mocking the club, igniting social media reactions and nostalgia for the late rapper's

Sharks owner Marco Masotti breaks silence after fierce fan backlash

Rugby

5 months ago

Sharks owner Marco Masotti defends his investment amid fan backlash over a disappointing URC season, emphasising future plans and commitment to Durban rugby.

Mamelodi Sundowns forced to return home after Morocco landing permit drama ahead of CAFCL final vs AS FAR

Football

5 months ago

Mamelodi Sundowns' Morocco trip hit turbulence as landing clearance issues forced players back home, igniting debate on CAF Champions League logistics and fan visa

Both SA & England cricket fans furious after Newlands Test tickets vanish in minutes

Sports

5 months ago

South African and England cricket fans are fuming after being locked out of Newlands Test tickets. Controversy erupts over allocations and soaring resale prices.

Toronto spends R3.3 million to hand out free World Cup condoms to FIFA fans

Football

5 months ago

Toronto rolls out 576,000 free World Cup-themed condoms, costing R3.3 million, to promote sexual health during the FIFA tournament amid rising STI concerns.

SA Rugby drops blunt verdict on Gayton McKenzie’s World Cup dream

Rugby

5 months ago

SA Rugby leaders highlight the complexities of hosting the Rugby World Cup again, addressing financial, infrastructure, and revenue challenges amid Gayton McKenzie

Arsenal legend Peter Simpson dies aged 81, honoured as players wear black armbands against Burnley

Football

5 months ago

Emotional scenes at the Emirates as Arsenal players honour legendary defender Peter Simpson, who passed away aged 81, with tributes from fans and former players.

“I won’t fund the losses”: Sharks owner warns SA Rugby amid Champions Cup fears

Rugby

5 months ago

SA Rugby faces tensions over player welfare and financial strains, as Sharks owner Masotti warns that franchises can't bear losses if South African teams exit

CAF under pressure after as far hooligans spark violence at Sundowns Champions League final

Football

5 months ago

Violence erupted involving AS FAR supporters during the CAF Champions League final against Mamelodi Sundowns in Pretoria, prompting urgent scrutiny from CAF

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