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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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SA gogo wows the internet with slow-motion dance, video of fire amapiano moves goes viral

SA gogo wows the internet with slow-motion dance, video of fire amapiano moves goes viral

Family and Relationships

3 years ago

Cashbuild worker attempts Murdah Bongz and Oscar Mbo's dance moves, lit video goes viral

Cashbuild worker attempts Murdah Bongz and Oscar Mbo's dance moves, lit video goes viral

South Africa

3 years ago

'Scandal' actress Pasi Koetle and DJ Fresh spotted being cosy at Minnie Dlamini's movie premiere, SA weighs in

'Scandal' actress Pasi Koetle and DJ Fresh spotted being cosy at Minnie Dlamini's movie premiere, SA weighs in

Celebrities

3 years ago

'BBTitans': SA hopes Khosi Twala bags $100,000 prize money ahead of 'Big Brother' finale

'BBTitans': SA hopes Khosi Twala bags $100,000 prize money ahead of 'Big Brother' finale

TV Shows

3 years ago

Mzansi parents send troublesome children to discipline camp for school holidays, video goes viral

Mzansi parents send troublesome children to discipline camp for school holidays, video goes viral

South Africa

3 years ago

Minnie Dlamini makes 2-year-old son wash his Range Rover, SA adores cute video: "Well done Ndlovukazi"

Minnie Dlamini makes 2-year-old son wash his Range Rover, SA adores cute video: "Well done Ndlovukazi"

Celebrities

3 years ago

SA boy crowned winner of the 'Kilimanjaro' dance challenge, his funny twisted facial expressions get 1M views

SA boy crowned winner of the 'Kilimanjaro' dance challenge, his funny twisted facial expressions get 1M views

Family and Relationships

3 years ago

A young boy took part in an amapiano dance challenge and became a viral sensation. People on TikTok had interesting things to say about his demonic expressions.

Veteran journalist Jeremy Gordin killed in home invasion, SA alarmed: "Robbery was a cover-up"

Veteran journalist Jeremy Gordin killed in home invasion, SA alarmed: "Robbery was a cover-up"

South Africa

3 years ago

Retired journalist Jeremy Gordin was murdered during a robbery at his home in Parkview, Johannesburg. The police are investigating and a manhunt is underway.

Video Thabo Bester talking about his crimes gives SA chills, clip gets 1.1 million views on TikTok

Video Thabo Bester talking about his crimes gives SA chills, clip gets 1.1 million views on TikTok

South Africa

3 years ago

Thabo Bester was interviewed by a police profiler and spoke about his sexual crimes and what motivated him to commit them. His video went viral on TikTok.

Focalistic shares teaser of ‘Ba Ja Ko Pele’ music video, viral clip gives Mzansi EFF vibes

Focalistic shares teaser of ‘Ba Ja Ko Pele’ music video, viral clip gives Mzansi EFF vibes

Celebrities

3 years ago

Focalistic posted a short clip of the 'Ba Ja Ko Pele' music video on his Instagram. The teaser got amapiano fans hype and many people linked it to politics.

Minnie Dlamini shuts down rumours Itumeleng Khune paid lobola for her, SA stunned

Minnie Dlamini shuts down rumours Itumeleng Khune paid lobola for her, SA stunned

Celebrities

3 years ago

Minnie Dlamini opened up about her previous relationship with Bafana Bafana goalkeeper Itumeleng Khune. She confirmed that she and Itumeleng were never wedded.

Murdah Bongz teaches Asante and Kairo Forbes TikTok dance moves, video warms Mzansi's heart

Murdah Bongz teaches Asante and Kairo Forbes TikTok dance moves, video warms Mzansi's heart

Celebrities

3 years ago

Murdah Bongz danced with Asante Mahosana and DJ Zinhle and AKA's daughter Kairo Forbes. The clip went viral on Instagram and SA loved the wholesome interaction.

'The Real Housewives of Durban' star Londie London to launch signature braids, SA shows support

'The Real Housewives of Durban' star Londie London to launch signature braids, SA shows support

Celebrities

3 years ago

Londie London announced that she will be venturing into the hair industry. She posted promotional pictures of her signature long braids that will be on offer.

AKA gets 6 nominations at Metro FM Music Awards, Nadia Nakai celebrates with Insta post

AKA gets 6 nominations at Metro FM Music Awards, Nadia Nakai celebrates with Insta post

Celebrities

3 years ago

AKA is nominated for Best Hip Hop Artist, Best Male, Artist of the Year at the Metro FM Music Awards and his hit song Lemons from his album 'Mass Country'.

SA LGBTQIA+ community protests Uganda's anti-homosexuality bill and wants the UN to intervene

SA LGBTQIA+ community protests Uganda's anti-homosexuality bill and wants the UN to intervene

South Africa

3 years ago

Ugandan policy that sets harsher penalties for violating homosexuality laws is in the spotlight. UN right experts have condemned the bill and want it dropped.

Hilary Sekgota