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

3054 articles published since 22 Aug 2022

Author's articles

Mzansi family strikes again singing their unique birthday song after going viral a month ago

Mzansi family strikes again singing their unique birthday song after going viral a month ago

Family and Relationships

2 years ago

Eskom's looming 18% tariff hike frustrates many South Africans: "A revolution is needed"

Eskom's looming 18% tariff hike frustrates many South Africans: "A revolution is needed"

South Africa

2 years ago

Mzansi gogo turns 100 and moves social media with angelic voice: "Long live to this African queen"

Mzansi gogo turns 100 and moves social media with angelic voice: "Long live to this African queen"

Family and Relationships

2 years ago

Videos of Shauwn Mkhize partying on day of bloody robbery at her mansion, Mzansi stunned: "Go big or go home"

Videos of Shauwn Mkhize partying on day of bloody robbery at her mansion, Mzansi stunned: "Go big or go home"

Celebrities

2 years ago

Man chopping cabbage wants to report neighbour braaing in January for air pollution, Mzansi in tears

Man chopping cabbage wants to report neighbour braaing in January for air pollution, Mzansi in tears

Family and Relationships

2 years ago

'SETE': Moonchild Sanelly rejected by K.O and Young Stunna to remix song, Mzansi pleased: "Thank God"

'SETE': Moonchild Sanelly rejected by K.O and Young Stunna to remix song, Mzansi pleased: "Thank God"

Celebrities

2 years ago

Akon and Tbo Touch meet after US star misses CPT club appearance, amuses Mzansi

Akon and Tbo Touch meet after US star misses CPT club appearance, amuses Mzansi

Celebrities

2 years ago

Akon and Tbo Touch met after the US star missed his club appearance in Cape Town. Mzansi was amused by the video of the two and many commented on Akon's outfit.

Zakes Bantwini's father dies, Nandi Madida and celebs comforts him: "You were a great son to him my love"

Zakes Bantwini's father dies, Nandi Madida and celebs comforts him: "You were a great son to him my love"

Celebrities

2 years ago

Zakes Bantwini's father passed away and his wife Nandi Madida and other celebs comforted him on social media. Nandi said she loved him and he was a great son.

Oskido creates music distribution platform for artists, Mzansi applauds: "Thank you for opening the doors"

Oskido creates music distribution platform for artists, Mzansi applauds: "Thank you for opening the doors"

Music

2 years ago

Oskido created a music distribution platform for artists called Khwale. Mzansi applauded the legend for empowering artists with his crucial business venture.

COVID-19: SA on alert after recording first case of new variant, citizens reacts: "Here we go again"

COVID-19: SA on alert after recording first case of new variant, citizens reacts: "Here we go again"

South Africa

2 years ago

SA is on high alert after the country record the first case of the new COVID-19 new variant. Citizens reacted and many said they are not going into lockdown.

Video of chicken jumping out of tall building goes viral with 119 million views: "He believed he could fly"

Video of chicken jumping out of tall building goes viral with 119 million views: "He believed he could fly"

US

2 years ago

A video of a chicken jumping out of a tall building went viral and currently has 119 million views. Netizens were amazed and said he believed he could fly.

Tanker crashes on the N12 at Kliprivier bridge, video leaves SA in disbelief: "Something sinister is brewing"

Tanker crashes on the N12 at Kliprivier bridge, video leaves SA in disbelief: "Something sinister is brewing"

South Africa

2 years ago

A tanker crashes on the N12 at Kliprivier bridge, videos of the accident leaves SA in disbelief on social media. People said something sinister is brewing.

Poll results show ANC will lose 20% votes if Ramaphosa resigns, SA split: "He's not going anywhere"

Poll results show ANC will lose 20% votes if Ramaphosa resigns, SA split: "He's not going anywhere"

South Africa

2 years ago

Poll results showed that the ANC will lose 20% of votes in next year's elections if Ramaphosa resigns. SA shared their split reactions and said he won't resign.

Video of helpful toddler washing dishes like a pro amazes internet users: "His future wife will be lucky"

Video of helpful toddler washing dishes like a pro amazes internet users: "His future wife will be lucky"

Family and Relationships

2 years ago

A video of a helpful toddler washing the dishes like a professional went viral on social media. People were amazed by his ability and said he was advanced.

Former 'Real Goboza' presenter Sinazo Yolwa reveals her new girlfriend, Mzansi stunned: "So she's into girls?"

Former 'Real Goboza' presenter Sinazo Yolwa reveals her new girlfriend, Mzansi stunned: "So she's into girls?"

Celebrities

2 years ago

Former 'Real Goboza' presenter revealed her new girlfriend on social media. Some Mzansi people were stunned when they found out that she likes to date girls.

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