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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SA minister demands stadium inspections before Zimbabwe and 5 others join 2028 AFCON bid

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Mama joy shares explosive question from US journalist about Gayton McKenzie and her white husband

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Pitso Mosimane’s 15-year-old son Rea lands trial with Spanish LaLiga club

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Botswana, South Africa and Zimbabwe dominate top 5 in historic 4x400m World Relays final

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Real Madrid coach breaks silence as Mbappe faces backlash over Italy trip with girlfriend

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Lyle Foster should not assume automatic selection ahead of World Cup, former Bafana coach warns

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5 months ago

Orlando Pirates starlet Relebohile Mofokeng tops list of Africa’s most valuable U23 footballers at R71m

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5 months ago

Relebohile Mofokeng, rated €3.5m, is Africa's top U23 footballer, showcasing immense talent and creativity. Discover the five standout players highlighted by

CAF names controversial AFCON referee Ndala for Sundowns vs AS FAR Champions League final

Football

5 months ago

CAF's controversial referee appointment of Jean-Jacques Ndala Ngambo ignites fierce debate ahead of the Champions League final between Sundowns and AS FAR

Mbokazi’s stunning tackle shines despite Chicago Fire’s late open Cup heartbreak

Football

5 months ago

Mbekezeli Mbokazi shines with a crucial tackle despite Chicago Fire's 2-1 defeat to St. Louis CITY SC, highlighting his rise in Major League Soccer.

Real Madrid star Endrick makes painful admission: ‘I cried alone, football isn’t a nice place’

Football

5 months ago

Endrick reveals the emotional toll of injuries and pressure at Real Madrid, sharing candid fears and insights into the harsh realities of professional football.

Chiefs legend Willard Katsande quits coaching job in Zimbabwe citing broken promises

Football

5 months ago

Willard Katsande unexpectedly resigns as head coach of Rangers FC in Zimbabwe, citing unpaid wages and poor living conditions, as he eyes future coaching ambitions.

Peter Ndlovu pays tribute to Doctor Khumalo after TUT honours Bafana legend with honorary doctorate

Football

5 months ago

Peter Ndlovu pays tribute to South African football icon Doctor Khumalo, honoured with an honorary doctorate from TUT for his legacy and influence in football.

Ex-Pirates star Munetsi caught in transfer tug-of-war as Forest threatens Paris FC deal

Football

5 months ago

Former Orlando Pirates midfielder Marshall Munetsi is at the centre of a transfer tug-of-war, attracting interest from Nottingham Forest and Paris FC as clubs vie

All 54 CAF nations unite behind Gianni Infantino for 2027–2031 FIFA presidency ahead of Congress

Football

5 months ago

African football unites in backing Gianni Infantino for the 2027 FIFA presidency, amid rising concerns over governance ahead of a critical Congress in Vancouver.

Mzansi to the World Cup: How 20 SA fans can win free 2026 World Cup trips before deadline

Football

5 months ago

Ordinary South Africans have a thrilling chance to win trips to the 2026 FIFA World Cup by submitting a 30-second video entry before the tight deadline.

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