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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

3069 articles published since 22 Aug 2022

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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

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

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

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

Pretoria Botanical Gardens: Focalistic celebrates successful Straata Nation Address concert

Pretoria Botanical Gardens: Focalistic celebrates successful Straata Nation Address concert

Celebrities

2 years ago

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.

'Scandal' actor Jerry Mofokeng gives 'Isidingo' actor Robert Whitehead his flowers

'Scandal' actor Jerry Mofokeng gives 'Isidingo' actor Robert Whitehead his flowers

Celebrities

2 years ago

South African soapie actors Jerry Mofokeng and Robert Whitehead created a buzz on Instagram with a picture. Fans loved seeing the legendary stars hanging out.

Boity Thulo and Theo Baloyi holiday pictures fuel relationship rumours

Boity Thulo and Theo Baloyi holiday pictures fuel relationship rumours

Celebrities

2 years ago

Boitumelo 'Boity' Thulo is allegedly in a new relationship with Bathu Shoes founder Theo Baloyi. Their photos taken from an island was confirmation to netizens.

Kaizer Chiefs vs. Royal AM: Fans outraged by goalless match at FNB Stadium

Kaizer Chiefs vs. Royal AM: Fans outraged by goalless match at FNB Stadium

Football

2 years ago

The result of the soccer match between Kaizer Chiefs and Royal AM ended in a draw at FNB Stadium in Soweto. Supporters voiced their frustrations online.

SA woman with healthy 4C afro shares tips to growing coils, video gets 536k views

SA woman with healthy 4C afro shares tips to growing coils, video gets 536k views

People

2 years ago

A black woman with natural hair long hair went on TikTok to show how she keeps her 4c coils healthy and growing. The video gathered thousands of views.

Vodacom faces another legal blow in 'Please Call Me' battle, SA rooting for Makate

Vodacom faces another legal blow in 'Please Call Me' battle, SA rooting for Makate

South Africa

2 years ago

Vodacom's legal tactics in the 'Please Call Me' battle with Nkosana Makate were shut by the Pretoria High Court and judge ordered the company to cover legal fees.

Hilary Sekgota