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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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Gospel singer Dumi Mkokstad and Dr Ziphozenkosi celebrate birth of baby boy

Gospel singer Dumi Mkokstad and Dr Ziphozenkosi celebrate birth of baby boy

Celebrities

2 years ago

Morocco earthquake death toll rise to 2, 000 and devastates netizens

Morocco earthquake death toll rise to 2, 000 and devastates netizens

Africa

2 years ago

Boipatong survivor react to Buthelezi's passing and garners SA's sympathy

Boipatong survivor react to Buthelezi's passing and garners SA's sympathy

Politics

2 years ago

Khosi Twala bags Forty Under 40 SA award, fans celebrate on social media

Khosi Twala bags Forty Under 40 SA award, fans celebrate on social media

Celebrities

2 years ago

Inkabi Zezwe member Sjava shuts down female admirer's compliment

Inkabi Zezwe member Sjava shuts down female admirer's compliment

Celebrities

2 years ago

Bafana Bafana vs Namibia: SA soccer fans disappointed by match results

Bafana Bafana vs Namibia: SA soccer fans disappointed by match results

Football

2 years ago

Simz Ngema pens Tino Chinyani heartfelt bday message and posts sweet pics

Simz Ngema pens Tino Chinyani heartfelt bday message and posts sweet pics

Celebrities

2 years ago

Simphiwe 'Simz' Ngema celebrated Tino Chinyani's birthday with an Instagram post. The actress and singer gushed about their evolving relationship.

Minnie Dlamini thanks Siya Kolisi for new Springboks jersey ahead of Scotland match

Minnie Dlamini thanks Siya Kolisi for new Springboks jersey ahead of Scotland match

Celebrities

2 years ago

Minnie Dlamini showed her support to the Springboks ahead of their rugby match against Scotland in the 2023 World Cup and unveiled her rugby jersey.

Rihanna and A$AP Rocky's 2nd son's unique name stuns social media

Rihanna and A$AP Rocky's 2nd son's unique name stuns social media

Celebrities

2 years ago

The name of Rihanna and A$AP Rocky's second born child sparked a frenzy on social media platform. People were stunned the celeb couple named him Riot.

SA citizens reflect on Prince Mangosuthu Buthelezi's royal bloodline and legacy

SA citizens reflect on Prince Mangosuthu Buthelezi's royal bloodline and legacy

South Africa

2 years ago

Prince Mangosuthu Buthelezi and AmaZulu Traditional Prime Minister has passed away at the age of 95. South Africans posted tributes on the internet,

Mzansi Youth Choir expresses joy about 'America's Got Talent' finale

Mzansi Youth Choir expresses joy about 'America's Got Talent' finale

TV Shows

2 years ago

Mzansi Youth Choir have beat thousands of contestant to secure a spot in the finals of 'America's Got Talent'. The Soweto-based celebrated on Twitter.

Limpopo N1 horror crash claims lives of 3 month old baby, South African netizens horrified

Limpopo N1 horror crash claims lives of 3 month old baby, South African netizens horrified

South Africa

2 years ago

A tragic accident between a taxi and a truck claimed six people's lives on the N1.29 North Witvlag in Limpopo. One of the deceased is an infant baby.

Prince Mangosuthu Buthelezi has died at age 95, SA posts tributes to IFP founder

Prince Mangosuthu Buthelezi has died at age 95, SA posts tributes to IFP founder

South Africa

2 years ago

Inkatha Freedom Party (IFP) founder Prince Mangosuthu Buthelezi passed away after a lengthy hospital stay. President Cyril Ramaphosa made the announcement,

Mzansi remembers Menzi Ngubane by revisiting late actor's iconic TV moments

Mzansi remembers Menzi Ngubane by revisiting late actor's iconic TV moments

Celebrities

2 years ago

South African social media users posted tributes in honour of the late Menzi Ngubane as his birthday approached. They mentioned his legendary acting roles.

'Shaka iLembe': Durban's Luyanda Zwane's debut on hit Mzansi Magic show wins over viewers

'Shaka iLembe': Durban's Luyanda Zwane's debut on hit Mzansi Magic show wins over viewers

TV Shows

2 years ago

Luyanda Zwane impressed 'Shaka iLembe' fans with her portrayal of Vundlazi. The Durban actress trended on social media platforms as fans posted raving reviews.

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