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

Numsa celebrates De Ruyter's resignation, say "he's worst CEO in the history of Eskom’s existence", SA agrees

Numsa celebrates De Ruyter's resignation, say "he's worst CEO in the history of Eskom’s existence", SA agrees

South Africa

2 years ago

Eskom says De Ruyter will stay on as CEO till replacement found, SA reacts: "He must pack and leave today"

Eskom says De Ruyter will stay on as CEO till replacement found, SA reacts: "He must pack and leave today"

South Africa

2 years ago

André De Ruyter resigns as Eskom's CEO, SA shares varied opinions on social media: "The worse is coming"

André De Ruyter resigns as Eskom's CEO, SA shares varied opinions on social media: "The worse is coming"

South Africa

2 years ago

Mzansi man celebrates completing his dissertation in Gqom, Tweeps beg for his paper : "Can’t wait to read it"

Mzansi man celebrates completing his dissertation in Gqom, Tweeps beg for his paper : "Can’t wait to read it"

Family and Relationships

2 years ago

Bonga quits social media as he continues to battle drug addiction, SA wish him well : "A marathon not a sprint"

Bonga quits social media as he continues to battle drug addiction, SA wish him well : "A marathon not a sprint"

Family and Relationships

2 years ago

Cyril Ramaphosa officiates SAPS trainees passing out parade in the rain, SA reacts: "This is beautiful"

Cyril Ramaphosa officiates SAPS trainees passing out parade in the rain, SA reacts: "This is beautiful"

South Africa

2 years ago

TikTok video of mom putting baby to sleep within a minute impresses other moms

TikTok video of mom putting baby to sleep within a minute impresses other moms

Family and Relationships

2 years ago

A mom posted a video on TikTok of putting her baby to sleep in a minute. Social media is amazed by the technique and comments on why this method is effective.

UCT Vice-Chancellor Mamokgethi Phakeng Defied all odds to become a powerhouse in academics

UCT Vice-Chancellor Mamokgethi Phakeng Defied all odds to become a powerhouse in academics

Women Empowerment

2 years ago

University of Cape Town Vice-Chancellor Mamokgethi Phakeng defied all odds to become an academic powerhouse. Her story of resilience inspires many women in SA.

3 Suspects arrested for stabbing father and son at beach, SA horrified: "Go to Durban at your own risk"

3 Suspects arrested for stabbing father and son at beach, SA horrified: "Go to Durban at your own risk"

South Africa

2 years ago

Three suspects were arrested for stabbing a father and son at beach in Durban. SA was horrified and they warned that people must go to Durban at their own risk.

Natasha Thahane vibes to King Monada's 'Aye Kuwa' in cute TikTok video, calls it song of the year

Natasha Thahane vibes to King Monada's 'Aye Kuwa' in cute TikTok video, calls it song of the year

Celebrities

2 years ago

Nathasha Thahane vibed to King Monada's song titled 'Aye Kuwa' and posted the cute video on TikTok. The actress shared that it was her current song of the year.

Kelly Rowland calls South Africa her 2nd home, SA celebs and fans return the love

Kelly Rowland calls South Africa her 2nd home, SA celebs and fans return the love

Celebrities

2 years ago

Kelly Roland called South African her second home on her social media. SA celebrities and fans returned the love in the comments section and gave her SA name.

Nomcebo Zikode performs 'Jerusalema' in city where Jesus was born, SA proud: "Goosebumps"

Nomcebo Zikode performs 'Jerusalema' in city where Jesus was born, SA proud: "Goosebumps"

Celebrities

2 years ago

Nomcebo Zikode performed her song 'Jerusalema' In the city where Jesus was born and posted clips. SA was proud and said her performance gave them goosebumps.

Diddy announces birth of his new baby girl with mystery woman, fans stunned: "Somebody check on Caresha"

Diddy announces birth of his new baby girl with mystery woman, fans stunned: "Somebody check on Caresha"

US

2 years ago

Diddy announced the birth of his baby girl who was named after him on Twitter. The hip hop star shocked fans and they wondered about the mysterious baby mama.

Ramaphosa says fixing broken system at Eskom will take time, SA frustrated: "Talking instead of doing"

Ramaphosa says fixing broken system at Eskom will take time, SA frustrated: "Talking instead of doing"

South Africa

2 years ago

President Cyril Ramaphosa said fixing the broken system at Eskom will take time. SA was frustrated by his bleak statement and said he must he plans into action.

Ukhozi FM's Host Selbeyonce trends for wearing dramatic orange dress: "This is pure nonsense"

Ukhozi FM's Host Selbeyonce trends for wearing dramatic orange dress: "This is pure nonsense"

Celebrities

2 years ago

Ukhozi radio host trended on social media for wearing a dramatic orange dress. Mzansi left negative reviews under her post and said her dress was pure nonsense.

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