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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

3072 articles published since 22 Aug 2022

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Video of Quantum taxis swerving on the road in synchrony gives Mzansi F1 Grand Prix vibes

Video of Quantum taxis swerving on the road in synchrony gives Mzansi F1 Grand Prix vibes

Cars and Tech

3 years ago

Woman renovates kitchen in rented apartment with materials from Shein and Pep Home, DIY video trends

Woman renovates kitchen in rented apartment with materials from Shein and Pep Home, DIY video trends

People

3 years ago

Footage of 3 SA police officers climbing a wall sparks debate about cops' fitness level

Footage of 3 SA police officers climbing a wall sparks debate about cops' fitness level

People

3 years ago

Mother shares hack to put baby to sleep in 1 minute, video gets 11.5 million views on TikTok

Mother shares hack to put baby to sleep in 1 minute, video gets 11.5 million views on TikTok

US

3 years ago

'Skeem Saam' actor Bongani Madondo opens a case against teen he ran over with his car, SA split

'Skeem Saam' actor Bongani Madondo opens a case against teen he ran over with his car, SA split

Celebrities

3 years ago

Toddler runs for her life while mother chases her with big teddy bear, video leaves SA laughing

Toddler runs for her life while mother chases her with big teddy bear, video leaves SA laughing

Family and Relationships

3 years ago

Dedicated mathematics teacher celebrates 3rd qualification with young students, SA applauds on TikTok

Dedicated mathematics teacher celebrates 3rd qualification with young students, SA applauds on TikTok

Women Empowerment

3 years ago

A mathematics teacher posted a video spending her graduation day with her students. The footage of the young pupils congratulating her went viral on TikTok.

Enhle Mbali showcases Essie Apparel designs at Zurich Fashion Week, SA fans proud

Enhle Mbali showcases Essie Apparel designs at Zurich Fashion Week, SA fans proud

Celebrities

3 years ago

South African actress Enhle Mbali posted pictures of her trip to Switzerland on Instagram. She gushed about Essie Apparel being showcased at Fashion Week.

Babes Wodumo remembers Mampintsha with sweet Insta post, SA moved by tribute video

Babes Wodumo remembers Mampintsha with sweet Insta post, SA moved by tribute video

Celebrities

3 years ago

South African Gqom artist Babes Wodumo posted an Instagram post in honour of her late husband Mampintsha. The video of the tribute gave SA people warm feelings.

Kidnapped MUT lecturer found dead in Inanda, SA in disbelief: "Family must be heartbroken"

Kidnapped MUT lecturer found dead in Inanda, SA in disbelief: "Family must be heartbroken"

South Africa

3 years ago

The body of Shan Dwarika, an Electrical Engineering lecturer at the Mangosuthu University of Technology was found in a dam in Durban after he went missing.

SA woman plugs parents with "Konka" for kids Blueberry Square in Joburg, video interests SA

SA woman plugs parents with "Konka" for kids Blueberry Square in Joburg, video interests SA

Family and Relationships

3 years ago

A video of Blueberry Square at Blueberry beacon in Honeydew Roodeport in Johannesburg went viral TikTok. The kids were happy to see lifelike cartoon characters.

Sophie Ndaba reflects on successful cataract surgery, video moves SA

Sophie Ndaba reflects on successful cataract surgery, video moves SA

Celebrities

3 years ago

South African actress Sophie Ndaba posted a video on Instagram showing her getting cataract surgery. Sophie also thanked God for the successful procedure.

Jamie Foxx: Claims that actor was blinded and paralysed due to vaccine divides tweeps

Jamie Foxx: Claims that actor was blinded and paralysed due to vaccine divides tweeps

Celebrities

3 years ago

Growing reports that American Hollywood actor Jamie Foxx's health was emergency was caused by the COVID-19 vaccines caused a debate among worried fans online.

Preschoolers shut down street in Sharpeville in a convoy driving toy bikes, video amuses SA

Preschoolers shut down street in Sharpeville in a convoy driving toy bikes, video amuses SA

Family and Relationships

3 years ago

A group of preschoolers explored their neighbourhood in Sharpeville Vereeniging on their toy bikes. The video of the kids being escorted went viral on TikTok.

Free State woman suspected of killing her 2 sons arrested, citizens horrified

Free State woman suspected of killing her 2 sons arrested, citizens horrified

South Africa

3 years ago

A 38-year Free State woman was arrested on a murder charge following the deaths of her teenage sons. The mother allegedly poisoned the boys with cooked food.

Hilary Sekgota