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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

3066 articles published since 22 Aug 2022

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"I am not going anywhere": SA woman speaks Khelobedu and Tsonga to reject US resettlement offer

"I am not going anywhere": SA woman speaks Khelobedu and Tsonga to reject US resettlement offer

People

a year ago

"Yoh, it works like magic": Man shows impressive results of affordable flytrap in viral video

"Yoh, it works like magic": Man shows impressive results of affordable flytrap in viral video

People

a year ago

"For that price, are you surprised?": Buyer critiques 16-piece pot set from an online shop

"For that price, are you surprised?": Buyer critiques 16-piece pot set from an online shop

People

a year ago

"R12k for all that": Woman takes grocery bulk buying to new level, SA amazed by video

"R12k for all that": Woman takes grocery bulk buying to new level, SA amazed by video

Family and Relationships

a year ago

"Why they got divorced": Fan overwhelmed by Siya Kolisi sighting, SA stunned

"Why they got divorced": Fan overwhelmed by Siya Kolisi sighting, SA stunned

People

a year ago

"We love you": Man's lonely birthday celebration in viral video sparks emotional reaction

"We love you": Man's lonely birthday celebration in viral video sparks emotional reaction

People

a year ago

"Scamming on another level": Street hustler's scheme to trick motorists unmasked in viral video

"Scamming on another level": Street hustler's scheme to trick motorists unmasked in viral video

People

a year ago

A motorist’s viral TikTok exposes a street beggar’s obvious attempt to fake a disability. The beggar pretended to have only one arm to scam money.

"Wow what a beauty": Devoted mom realises lifelong dream of owning a home, video amazes netizens

"Wow what a beauty": Devoted mom realises lifelong dream of owning a home, video amazes netizens

Family and Relationships

a year ago

A proud mom just shared a video celebrating her new home. She showed off her charming, and spacious shack and TikTokkers celebrated her achievement.

"Thank you, queen": Woman shares plug for discounted short courses for Capitec clients

"Thank you, queen": Woman shares plug for discounted short courses for Capitec clients

People

a year ago

A savvy woman shared a helpful plug with Capitec clients on TikTok. can score R4,000 off any GetSmarter short course at UCT when paying with their Capitec card.

"There's money in Mzansi": 22-year-old's salary disclosure has netizens in awe

"There's money in Mzansi": 22-year-old's salary disclosure has netizens in awe

People

a year ago

A 22-year-old South African TikTokker revealed his monthly salary. The video sparked intense curiosity and lively debate about his high-paying career.

"Proudly South African": Cape Town crushes Dubai and Los Angeles to claim new title

"Proudly South African": Cape Town crushes Dubai and Los Angeles to claim new title

South Africa

a year ago

Cape Town has been named the number 1 Long-Haul City Break by British travellers in 2025, thanks to its epic mix of adventure, culture and affordability.

"The country is proud of you": Swahili-speaking SANDF soldier earns high praise from South Africans

"The country is proud of you": Swahili-speaking SANDF soldier earns high praise from South Africans

People

a year ago

A South African soldier impressed South Africans with his ability to speak Swahili. He gave TikTok users a peek at the conflict in the Democratic Republic of Congo.

"Women don't have peace": SA couple's domestic squabble captured in video has netizens in stitches

"Women don't have peace": SA couple's domestic squabble captured in video has netizens in stitches

Family and Relationships

a year ago

A viral TikTok video shows a wife confronting her husband about his habit of relaxing on their worn-out sofa. His casual reply has sparked a lively debate online.

"Never get sick in SA": Tourist shares private hospital bill for twisted ankle, netizens stunned

"Never get sick in SA": Tourist shares private hospital bill for twisted ankle, netizens stunned

People

a year ago

A British guy shared his outrageous medical bill after twisting his ankle in Cape Town. The video of the breakdown left South Africans calling it a scam.

"They always judge us": Dedicated mom and waitress shows off beautiful home in video

"They always judge us": Dedicated mom and waitress shows off beautiful home in video

People

a year ago

A single mother flaunted her impressive and organised home. Using smart furniture hacks, the video revealed the how she partitioned the small space.

Hilary Sekgota