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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

3074 articles published since 22 Aug 2022

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Video of "leopard pit bull" and his pups rocking gold chains infuriates TikTokkers

Video of "leopard pit bull" and his pups rocking gold chains infuriates TikTokkers

World

2 years ago

'Sizokuthola' host Xolani Khumalo surrenders himself to police for murder charge, SA shows support

'Sizokuthola' host Xolani Khumalo surrenders himself to police for murder charge, SA shows support

Celebrities

2 years ago

Luxury double-storey Limpopo houses ignite online hate, TikTok video clocks 281k views

Luxury double-storey Limpopo houses ignite online hate, TikTok video clocks 281k views

People

2 years ago

SA woman stops traffic with unique hairstyle, video amuses TikTok users

SA woman stops traffic with unique hairstyle, video amuses TikTok users

People

2 years ago

Group of Sotho men devouring braaied meat at chill session go TikTok viral

Group of Sotho men devouring braaied meat at chill session go TikTok viral

Family and Relationships

2 years ago

Ugandan man's unbelievable pool shot wows TikTok, video clocks 3.6m views

Ugandan man's unbelievable pool shot wows TikTok, video clocks 3.6m views

Africa

2 years ago

Afrimma 2023: Nadia Nakai named the best Southern Female Artist and shares pics online

Afrimma 2023: Nadia Nakai named the best Southern Female Artist and shares pics online

Celebrities

2 years ago

South African rapper Nadia Nakai was honoured at the African Muzik Magazine Awards (AFRIMMA). She won in the Best Southern Female Artist category.

Phalaborwa man spoils wife with R30 000 for 30th birthday, video over-the-top surprise trends

Phalaborwa man spoils wife with R30 000 for 30th birthday, video over-the-top surprise trends

Family and Relationships

2 years ago

A woman showed her birthday surprise from her husband on TikTok. She was given money as a present and the generous act amazed Mzansi netizens and went viral.

KwaZulu-Natal rural area with gorgeous white mansions inspires SA TikTokkers to grind harder

KwaZulu-Natal rural area with gorgeous white mansions inspires SA TikTokkers to grind harder

People

2 years ago

A village in KwaZulu-Natal covered with beautiful houses amazed people on TikTok. The video showed the stunning exterior designs of the big homes.

Takealot R400 lace wig gets glowing reviews on TikTok, video excite SA ladies

Takealot R400 lace wig gets glowing reviews on TikTok, video excite SA ladies

People

2 years ago

A woman showed a wavy wig that she purchased from the online retail store Takealot. The video attracted potential buyers on TikTok who loved the hair's quality.

Pretoria Botanical Gardens: Focalistic celebrates successful Straata Nation Address concert

Pretoria Botanical Gardens: Focalistic celebrates successful Straata Nation Address concert

Celebrities

2 years ago

Amapiano star Focalistic thanked his fans for rocking up to his concert in Pretoria. The musician gushed about the historic moment on Instagram and shared a video.

Adorable toddler gives herself a spooky makeover with makeup, video of transformation clocks 24m views

Adorable toddler gives herself a spooky makeover with makeup, video of transformation clocks 24m views

Family and Relationships

2 years ago

A cute toddler applied her mother's makeup, and the beauty transformation was shared with TikTok users. She became a viral sensation for slaying the look.

Johannesburg woman cries about absent father and details traumatic effects on TikTok

Johannesburg woman cries about absent father and details traumatic effects on TikTok

Family and Relationships

2 years ago

A young SA woman opened up about her absent father who abandoned her at a tender age. She explained the issues she suffered as a result of the act on TikTok.

7 CIT armed robbers pull off heist in Tembisa, SA citizens dumbfounded

7 CIT armed robbers pull off heist in Tembisa, SA citizens dumbfounded

South Africa

2 years ago

The Gauteng police have launched a manhunt for seven suspected armed robbers who exploded a cash-in-transit vehicle in Tembisa and stole the money.

Mangosuthu Buthelezi: Toya Delazy trends after heartfelt speech at grandfather's funeral

Mangosuthu Buthelezi: Toya Delazy trends after heartfelt speech at grandfather's funeral

Celebrities

2 years ago

Prince Mangosuthu Buthelezi's granddaughter Toya Delazy was a hot topic on Twitter following her speech at the former IFP leader's funeral service.

Hilary Sekgota