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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

3071 articles published since 22 Aug 2022

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Squad of Mzansi female friends flex their luxury cars, inspirational TikTok video gets 1.7 million views

Squad of Mzansi female friends flex their luxury cars, inspirational TikTok video gets 1.7 million views

Cars and Tech

2 years ago

Musa Khawula accuses Mihlali Ndamase of assault, posts picture of head bruise online

Musa Khawula accuses Mihlali Ndamase of assault, posts picture of head bruise online

Celebrities

2 years ago

King MisuZulu KaZwelithini hospitalised in Eswatini from suspected poisoning, SA concerned

King MisuZulu KaZwelithini hospitalised in Eswatini from suspected poisoning, SA concerned

South Africa

2 years ago

L'vovo pays tribute to late friend Mampintsha with touching Insta video, fans emotional

L'vovo pays tribute to late friend Mampintsha with touching Insta video, fans emotional

Celebrities

2 years ago

Lamiez Holworthy stuns at HollywoodBets Durban July with "out of this world" outfit, posts 4 pics of silver dress

Lamiez Holworthy stuns at HollywoodBets Durban July with "out of this world" outfit, posts 4 pics of silver dress

Celebrities

2 years ago

Glenn Agliotti: Convicted drug dealer dies at age 64, police investigating sudden death

Glenn Agliotti: Convicted drug dealer dies at age 64, police investigating sudden death

South Africa

2 years ago

'Skeem Saam' actor Hungani Ndlovu inks his daughter's name on his leg, posts 6 pics of tattoo

'Skeem Saam' actor Hungani Ndlovu inks his daughter's name on his leg, posts 6 pics of tattoo

Celebrities

2 years ago

‘Skeem Saam’ actor Hungani Ndlovu revealed on Instagram that he got a new tattoo in honour of his baby with actress Stephanie Sandows and shared the snaps.

Gcaleka sheds light on Phala Phala investigation after clearing Ramaphosa, SA stunned

Gcaleka sheds light on Phala Phala investigation after clearing Ramaphosa, SA stunned

South Africa

2 years ago

Acting Public Protector Kholeka Gcaleka said the investigation into the Phala Phala farm break-in did not examine potential violations of foreign exchange laws.

DJ Zinhle and Murdah Bongz's adorable baby steals SA's heart with speech practice video

DJ Zinhle and Murdah Bongz's adorable baby steals SA's heart with speech practice video

Celebrities

2 years ago

DJ Zinhle posted a video of her baby Asante Mohosana repating word after her. The toddler became a viral sensation for infectious laugh and adorable speech.

Woman shares 3 product mixture that grew back her hairline, Video intrigues ladies on TikTok

Woman shares 3 product mixture that grew back her hairline, Video intrigues ladies on TikTok

People

2 years ago

A video of a woman who managed to regrow her hairline went viral on TikTok. women were amazed by the transformation and posted enquiries about the products.

Lotto winner loses out to R42 million due to ticket issues, SA stunned

Lotto winner loses out to R42 million due to ticket issues, SA stunned

South Africa

2 years ago

The public protector's investigation revealed that a man claiming to have won the R42m lottery failed to provide the original ticket with the winning numbers.

Athrol Trollip criticises Kenny Kunene's flashy behaviour, SA weighs in

Athrol Trollip criticises Kenny Kunene's flashy behaviour, SA weighs in

Politics

2 years ago

ActionSA Eastern Cape chairperson, Athol Trollip, accused Kenny Kunene of promoting an unrealistic lifestyle with his flashy behaviour after he posted a video.

'RHOJ' star Mrs Mopps denies cheating rumours on 'The Mommy Club', SA sceptical

'RHOJ' star Mrs Mopps denies cheating rumours on 'The Mommy Club', SA sceptical

Celebrities

2 years ago

Former reality TV star of 'The Real Housewives of Johannesburg' Mpumi Mophatlane, known as "Mrs Mopps" poured cold water on marriage infidelity allegations.

Township woman living in neat shack proudly shows off humble abode in TikTok video

Township woman living in neat shack proudly shows off humble abode in TikTok video

People

2 years ago

A woman raved about owning a beautiful shack that she can call home. She posted a TikTok video of the neat interior which inspired many people from townships.

Cute toddler mirrors grandmother's slow walk, video of duo wearing matching pink gowns amuses SA

Cute toddler mirrors grandmother's slow walk, video of duo wearing matching pink gowns amuses SA

Family and Relationships

2 years ago

A TikTok video of a little girl mimicking her grandmother had South Africans dying from laughter. People loved the wholesome display of the old and young duo.

Hilary Sekgota