Hilary Sekgota

Education: 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: 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 Desk for Evening and Weekend content 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 12 years of experience covering current affairs and human interest topics. Email: hilary.sekgota@briefly.co.za

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A South African woman’s hilarious and petty apology gift for her mother-in-law after an argument went viral, and left TikTokers laughing and debating.

"He wants nothing to do with me": Graduate heartbroken after son rejects her on graduation day

A graduate’s emotional reunion with her son, who didn’t recognize her on her graduation day, went viral on TikTok, with 3.3 million views in just one day.

Afrikaans man and Sotho woman get into verbal altercation, tense video has Mzansi talking

A heated argument between an Afrikaans man and a Sotho woman over language at a petrol station has gone viral, reaching 1.3 million views on TikTok.

"My worst fear": Woman shows frightening rat infestation in student accommodation, video trends

A South African student shared a TikTok of a rodent infestation in her accommodation, shocking Mzansi. The viral clip hit 601k views, and sparked fear and disbelief.

Dating during pregnancy: Woman goes on date without telling man she’s expecting, video sparks debate

A pregnant woman shared a TikTok of herself heading to a date, after revealing her pregnancy to the guy. The clip sparked lively discussions on the platform.

Cosmetic surgery: South African woman shows off results 5 months after liposuction and tummy tuck

A South African woman shared her stunning post-surgery transformation five months after liposuction and a tummy tuck. Her confidence and results wowed TikTok!

Florida man faces Hurricane Milton and a "crocodile" in his home, video gets 47 million views

A Florida man’s viral video shows his house flooded by Hurricane Milton and a crocodile inside. The shocking clip has 47 million views and left netizens shaken.

Video of little boy’s “stressed out” reaction to birthday song gets 11 million views

A little boy’s hilarious reaction to his birthday song went viral on TikTok, with 11 million views. His “grown-up” look had people laughing and relating hard.

Free State choir erupts in celebration at Engen Garage after competition win, video spreads joy

A Free State choir’s epic celebration at an Engen garage went viral on TikTok. The clip captured the spirit of South African people and won netizens' hearts.

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