Best News & Entertainment '24

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

Author's articles

Little Mzansi girl cries out about the intense heatwave in South Africa: "It's like I'm burning in fire"

Little Mzansi girl cries out about the intense heatwave in South Africa: "It's like I'm burning in fire"

Family and Relationships

3 years ago

Video of vibey petrol attendants dancing raises Mzansi's spirit online: "The best people you can meet"

Video of vibey petrol attendants dancing raises Mzansi's spirit online: "The best people you can meet"

Family and Relationships

3 years ago

Bontle Modiselle thanks 'Big Brother Titans', Boohle, Dbanj and team for epic performances at launch of show

Bontle Modiselle thanks 'Big Brother Titans', Boohle, Dbanj and team for epic performances at launch of show

Celebrities

3 years ago

Somizi and Vusi Nova's cosy pictures at Fourways Farmer's Market turn heads on Instagram

Somizi and Vusi Nova's cosy pictures at Fourways Farmer's Market turn heads on Instagram

Celebrities

3 years ago

Afrikaner family with no rhythm dances to Brenda Fassie's 'Vuli Ndela' at braai in funny TikTok video

Afrikaner family with no rhythm dances to Brenda Fassie's 'Vuli Ndela' at braai in funny TikTok video

Family and Relationships

3 years ago

Nandi Madida and Zakes Bantwini's son shows off impressive drawing skills: "Am in awe of his God given talent"

Nandi Madida and Zakes Bantwini's son shows off impressive drawing skills: "Am in awe of his God given talent"

Family and Relationships

3 years ago

Chris Brown shows Nasty C some love on Instagram, South Africans excited: "The best rapper in Africa"

Chris Brown shows Nasty C some love on Instagram, South Africans excited: "The best rapper in Africa"

Celebrities

3 years ago

Nasty C got recognised for his rapping talent by Chris Brown who posted the star on his Instagram Stories. SA agreed with the US star that Nasty is gifted.

Videos of Beyoncé's Dubai performance at Atlantis The Royal hotel leaves the internet screaming

Videos of Beyoncé's Dubai performance at Atlantis The Royal hotel leaves the internet screaming

Celebrities

3 years ago

Beyoncé private performance in impressed people on social media who loved the production and dances. The singer's daughter Blue Ivy also made an appearance.

Kylie Jenner reveals her son's face and name with Instagram post, social media reacts: "Her genes are strong"

Kylie Jenner reveals her son's face and name with Instagram post, social media reacts: "Her genes are strong"

Celebrities

3 years ago

Kylie Jenner posted pictures of her son Aire Webster on Instagram, and she trended on social media. The child's name was changed from Wolf Jacques last year.

Little girl entertains wedding guests with lit amapiano dance, Mzansi amused: "What a beautiful mess"

Little girl entertains wedding guests with lit amapiano dance, Mzansi amused: "What a beautiful mess"

Family and Relationships

3 years ago

A little girl entertained guests at a wedding with a lit amapiano dance. Mzansi was amused by her offbeat moves, and many people said it was a beautiful mess.

'The River' storyline frustrates viewers who want to boycott the show: "Give Paulina her baby already"

'The River' storyline frustrates viewers who want to boycott the show: "Give Paulina her baby already"

TV Shows

3 years ago

Viewer of the 'The River' are tired of the same recycled storyline and want to see their characters evolve on the show. The telenovela trended on Twitter.

Irish girl in Mzansi drinks Mageu for first time and her reaction is priceless in viral video

Irish girl in Mzansi drinks Mageu for first time and her reaction is priceless in viral video

Family and Relationships

3 years ago

A TikTok video of an Irish girl drinking Mageu amused Mzansi people. The clip got over 200 thousand views and people suggested more local foods for her to try.

Video of Babes Wodumo allegedly 'drunk' at Mampintsha's mom's funeral goes viral: "She's been through a lot"

Video of Babes Wodumo allegedly 'drunk' at Mampintsha's mom's funeral goes viral: "She's been through a lot"

Celebrities

3 years ago

Babes Wodumo gave a moving speech at Zamanguni Gumede's funeral. The video raised concerns on social media and people said she looked said and intoxicated.

Ace Magashule says he did not steal money from state coffers, SA in disbelief: "Not a cent but millions"

Ace Magashule says he did not steal money from state coffers, SA in disbelief: "Not a cent but millions"

Politics

3 years ago

Ace Magashule appeared before the Free State High on corruption charges with his co-accused. The former premier said he is eager for the case to be resolved.

Sonia Mbele rants about overnight loadshedding and not being political, Mzansi ticked off: "Call municipality"

Sonia Mbele rants about overnight loadshedding and not being political, Mzansi ticked off: "Call municipality"

Celebrities

3 years ago

Sonia Mnele posted angry Tweets after she suffered long hours without electricity. She tagged President Ramaphosa asking him why she had no power at her house.

Hilary Sekgota