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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

3058 articles published since 22 Aug 2022

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"Awa guys, food is expensive": woman's R3,000 Shoprite grocery haul leaves Mzansi stunned

"Awa guys, food is expensive": woman's R3,000 Shoprite grocery haul leaves Mzansi stunned

Women Empowerment

4 days ago

Woman turns shack into stylish home, South Africans are inspired

Woman turns shack into stylish home, South Africans are inspired

Women Empowerment

5 days ago

"She still needs a kidney": Woman advocates for organ donation after failed attempt to save her friend

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"She still needs a kidney": Woman advocates for organ donation after failed attempt to save her friend

People

7 days ago

"They invited themselves": Hotel guests steal hearts at wedding

"They invited themselves": Hotel guests steal hearts at wedding

Family and Relationships

10 days ago

"Training can be demanding": LIFT Airlines shares expert tips for becoming a flight attendant

"Training can be demanding": LIFT Airlines shares expert tips for becoming a flight attendant

People

14 days ago

“Had to try for my family”: Security guard’s R5K goal smashed as donations hit R56K

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“Had to try for my family”: Security guard’s R5K goal smashed as donations hit R56K

People

a month ago

"An incredible human": SA supports University Security Guard’s dream with R40k donations

"An incredible human": SA supports University Security Guard’s dream with R40k donations

People

a month ago

Stellenbosch security guard Masixole "Welly" Wellington Ngqungu receives heartfelt support from Mzansi to fund his dream of obtaining a driver's licence.

"Confidence the right outfit can give": Fashion guru shares 6 budget-friendly winter tips

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"Confidence the right outfit can give": Fashion guru shares 6 budget-friendly winter tips

Women Empowerment

2 months ago

See how to level up your autumn/winter wardrobe with pro tips from a personal shopper from Cape Town. Auxillia Komichi shares fashion hacks for the everyday gal.

"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

3 months ago

South African Professor Vukosi Marivate joins the UN panel on AI governance, aiming to elevate African languages and develop inclusive AI technologies globally.

"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

3 months ago

Sherie de Wet's Palesa Pads are tackling period poverty by providing safe, sustainable alternatives to harmful menstrual products in South Africa.

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

3 months ago

Explore how a R1 million budget unlocks modern apartments and townhouses in Cape Town, Durban, Johannesburg, and Pretoria, even amid rising property prices.

"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

4 months ago

Steven Ayanda spoke about his unique life growing up as a Black child in a white family in South Africa. He touched on high and lows of the experience in a video.

"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

4 months ago

Driftwood sculptures along Ramsgate's shoreline mesmerise beachgoers, showcasing creativity and enhancing the coastline's beauty on the Ramsgate Ramble trail.

"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

5 months ago

Private school fees in South Africa reach record highs by 2026, with Michaelhouse and St Andrew’s School prioritising value for money on several factors.

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

6 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.

Hilary Sekgota