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

1032 articles published since 07 Apr 2026

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

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Senzo Meyiwa family leads march to Union Buildings as justice delays spark national outrage

Football

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Shakira and Burna Boy’s FIFA anthem ‘Dai Dai’ flops on Spotify, crashes off global chart in 24 hours

Football

5 months ago

Ex-MMA fighter Medet Zheenaliev dies saving 4 girls from drowning in deep lake

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Brandon Clarke’s sudden death at 29 leaves NBA searching for answers

Sports

5 months ago

New Zealand rugby player dies after suffering horror injury in first match of the season

Rugby

5 months ago

Rulani Mokwena’s Al-Ittihad match halted amid gunfire scare following crowd trouble in Libya

Football

5 months ago

Chaos erupted during Rulani Mokwena’s Libyan title playoff match as gunfire and crowd trouble forced the game to halt, raising safety concerns for players.

How much Puso Dithejane earns at Chicago Fire revealed

Football

5 months ago

Puso Dithejane’s lucrative MLS salary of US$283,252 at Chicago Fire highlights the rise of South African footballers overseas, alongside teammate Mbekezeli Mbokazi.

Ex-Kaizer Chiefs star Teenage Hadebe’s MLS salary rivals top SA earners

Football

5 months ago

Teenage Hadebe, former Kaizer Chiefs star, emerges as one of the highest earners in Major League Soccer, with impressive figures reflecting his value as a Southern

Angolan U17 goalkeeper Gelson Dala sparks debate over his appearance after motm award

Football

5 months ago

Angola U17 goalkeeper Gelson Dala sparked heated online debate after winning Man of the Match against Mali, reigniting discussions about age verification in African

Rassie Erasmus to receive South Africa’s highest national honour after Springboks glory

Rugby

5 months ago

Rassie Erasmus set to receive the Order of Ikhamanga in Gold for his leadership in Springboks' Rugby World Cup triumphs, promoting social unity and national pride.

Teboho Mokoena joins Rexona’s ‘Dream Team’ of FIFA World Cup ambassadors with Vinicius Junior, Cole Palmer

Football

5 months ago

Teboho Mokoena joins Rexona's FIFA World Cup 2026 "Dream Team" alongside global stars like Vinícius Júnior and Cole Palmer, marking a new chapter in his career.

Pat Cummins breaks silence on rumours Aussie stars could ditch BBL for lucrative SA20

Sports

5 months ago

Pat Cummins addresses rumoured moves of Australian cricketers to SA20 due to growing financial pressure on BBL amidst rising franchise cricket concerns.

Gayton McKenzie orders investigation after SA athletes complain over Ghana championship conditions

Sports

5 months ago

Sport Minister Gayton McKenzie orders an investigation after gold medallist Aiden Smith raises concerns over accommodation, food, and facilities for Team SA in Ghana

FIFA faces backlash over ‘misleading’ World Cup ticket maps after fans spot seat changes

Football

5 months ago

California authorities are investigating FIFA's World Cup ticketing after fans reported misleading seating changes, raising concerns ahead of the 2026 tournament.

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