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Hilary Sekgota

Education: Diploma in Journalism, Varsity College (2008-2010), BA in Communications Science, UNISA (2015-2018), Google News Initiative training (2024), Currently: BA Honours in Integrated Organisational Communication, UNISA (From 2024)

Experience: Briefly News (2022-present), Junior Editor at Crosskeys Professional Services (2016-2020), Assistant Producer at Letsema La Tsela (2011-2013), Journalist at Tshwane Sun (2010-2011)

Awards: Top performer 2023 by Briefly News

Hilary Sekgota is the Head of the Human Interest desk at Briefly News. She completed a BA in Communication Science from Unisa in 2018 and a Diploma in Journalism from Varsity College in 2010. She also passed a set of trainings by Google News Initiative. Hilary joined the Briefly News team in 2022 and started her journalism career at Tshwane Sun. She has 14 years of experience covering current affairs and human interest topics. Email: hilary.sekgota@briefly.co.za

3066 articles published since 22 Aug 2022

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"Chosen to serve": SA AI expert Vukosi Marivate lands United Nations position over 2,000 applicants

"Chosen to serve": SA AI expert Vukosi Marivate lands United Nations position over 2,000 applicants

People

5 days ago

"Can last for years": CEO fights for safer menstrual products in SA with eco-friendly Palesa Pads

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"Can last for years": CEO fights for safer menstrual products in SA with eco-friendly Palesa Pads

Women Empowerment

14 days ago

Is R1 million enough for a home? Here's what properties it buys in South Africa's top 4 cities

Is R1 million enough for a home? Here's what properties it buys in South Africa's top 4 cities

South Africa

24 days ago

"Got to have a thick skin": Steven shares adoption story of being raised by white family in video

"Got to have a thick skin": Steven shares adoption story of being raised by white family in video

Family and Relationships

a month ago

"It will attract many tourists": Mysterious driftwood statues wow Ramsgate beachgoers

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"It will attract many tourists": Mysterious driftwood statues wow Ramsgate beachgoers

People

a month ago

"Value goes beyond academics": Why top South African schools charge fees above R350,000

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"Value goes beyond academics": Why top South African schools charge fees above R350,000

People

2 months ago

Checkers Sixty60 vs Woolworths app: Comparing 10 essential items to see who's the bargain boss

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Checkers Sixty60 vs Woolworths app: Comparing 10 essential items to see who's the bargain boss

People

3 months ago

Grocery shopping costs soar during the festive season in South Africa. We compare prices of ten essentials on Woolworths and Checkers Sixty60 apps.

From X Games to Montecasino: Vicki Golden takes on SA’s best at King of the Whip

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From X Games to Montecasino: Vicki Golden takes on SA’s best at King of the Whip

People

3 months ago

The King of the Whip returns to Montecasino in November with a sell-out crowd expected, record-breaking prize purse, and international FMX pioneer Vicki Golden.

"I started with R600": Jayden Crosson shares how he built a multimillion-rand online business

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"I started with R600": Jayden Crosson shares how he built a multimillion-rand online business

People

3 months ago

Jayden Crosson from Gauteng turned R600 into a booming online business empire. He is using a custom e-commerce system adapted for South African customers.

Cape Town's young creatives call on Mzansi to help save their online show

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Cape Town's young creatives call on Mzansi to help save their online show

People

4 months ago

Pitchbreakers is empowering Philippi’s youth in Cape Town through storytelling and film. The group continues to inspire with its 'Iphupho' series on YouTube.

Johannesburg woman’s budget kitchen makeover with Decofurn furniture wins hearts online

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Johannesburg woman’s budget kitchen makeover with Decofurn furniture wins hearts online

People

4 months ago

A Johannesburg woman transformed her kitchen with affordable furniture and decor. Her viral video was shared on TikTok and shows the before and after.

"Not afraid to say": Miss South Africa 2025 finalists drop heartfelt truths about chasing the crown

"Not afraid to say": Miss South Africa 2025 finalists drop heartfelt truths about chasing the crown

Women Empowerment

4 months ago

Miss South Africa 2025 finalists, Zanele Phakathi and Ghee Ann Rademan shared their dreams and ambitions with Briefly News as they compete for the coveted title.

Briefly News’ 2025 Young Money Makers: Spotlight on career pioneers in South Africa

Briefly News’ 2025 Young Money Makers: Spotlight on career pioneers in South Africa

People

9 months ago

Discover Briefly News' 2025 Young Money Makers, celebrating the career pioneers shaping the future of various industries. The eight are breaking barriers.

"Bold idea evolved into a movement": Self-taught coder co-builds groundbreaking app with only R700

"Bold idea evolved into a movement": Self-taught coder co-builds groundbreaking app with only R700

People

9 months ago

The self-taught developer from Limpopo, Marvel Shibambu, one of Briefly News' 2025 Young Money Makers, co-built the Novar app is changing South African lives.

"We are a unique country": Street beggar scores cash with hilarious board sign, SA people amused

"We are a unique country": Street beggar scores cash with hilarious board sign, SA people amused

People

a year ago

A viral Instagram clip shows a street hustler at an intersection asking for cash with a outrageous board sign Mzansi netizens are in stitches over his clever hustle.

Hilary Sekgota