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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

3075 articles published since 22 Aug 2022

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Durban woman wins hearts after giving comrades runners free healthy meal treats

Durban woman wins hearts after giving comrades runners free healthy meal treats

Women Empowerment

4 months ago

UNISA graduate's family arrives in quantum to celebrate, leaving Mzansi touched

UNISA graduate's family arrives in quantum to celebrate, leaving Mzansi touched

Family and Relationships

4 months ago

"Awa guys, food is expensive": woman's R3,000 Shoprite grocery haul leaves Mzansi stunned

"Awa guys, food is expensive": woman's R3,000 Shoprite grocery haul leaves Mzansi stunned

Women Empowerment

4 months ago

Woman turns shack into stylish home, South Africans are inspired

Woman turns shack into stylish home, South Africans are inspired

Women Empowerment

4 months ago

"She still needs a kidney": Woman advocates for organ donation after failed attempt to save her friend

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"She still needs a kidney": Woman advocates for organ donation after failed attempt to save her friend

People

4 months ago

"They invited themselves": Hotel guests steal hearts at wedding

"They invited themselves": Hotel guests steal hearts at wedding

Family and Relationships

4 months ago

"Training can be demanding": LIFT Airlines shares expert tips for becoming a flight attendant

"Training can be demanding": LIFT Airlines shares expert tips for becoming a flight attendant

People

4 months ago

Discover expert advice from LIFT on becoming a flight attendant, including essential skills, training insights, and the realities of this rewarding aviation career.

“Had to try for my family”: Security guard’s R5K goal smashed as donations hit R56K

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“Had to try for my family”: Security guard’s R5K goal smashed as donations hit R56K

People

5 months ago

Donations for Masixole Wellington Ngqungu have surpassed R56,000 as South Africans unite to support his journey to obtain a driver’s licence in the Eastern Cape.

"An incredible human": SA supports University Security Guard’s dream with R40k donations

"An incredible human": SA supports University Security Guard’s dream with R40k donations

People

5 months ago

Stellenbosch security guard Masixole "Welly" Wellington Ngqungu receives heartfelt support from Mzansi to fund his dream of obtaining a driver's licence.

"Confidence the right outfit can give": Fashion guru shares 6 budget-friendly winter tips

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"Confidence the right outfit can give": Fashion guru shares 6 budget-friendly winter tips

Women Empowerment

6 months ago

See how to level up your autumn/winter wardrobe with pro tips from a personal shopper from Cape Town. Auxillia Komichi shares fashion hacks for the everyday gal.

"Chosen to serve": SA AI expert Vukosi Marivate lands United Nations position over 2,000 applicants

"Chosen to serve": SA AI expert Vukosi Marivate lands United Nations position over 2,000 applicants

People

7 months ago

South African Professor Vukosi Marivate joins the UN panel on AI governance, aiming to elevate African languages and develop inclusive AI technologies globally.

"Can last for years": CEO fights for safer menstrual products in SA with eco-friendly Palesa Pads

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"Can last for years": CEO fights for safer menstrual products in SA with eco-friendly Palesa Pads

Women Empowerment

7 months ago

Sherie de Wet's Palesa Pads are tackling period poverty by providing safe, sustainable alternatives to harmful menstrual products in South Africa.

Is R1 million enough for a home? Here's what properties it buys in South Africa's top 4 cities

Is R1 million enough for a home? Here's what properties it buys in South Africa's top 4 cities

South Africa

7 months ago

Explore how a R1 million budget unlocks modern apartments and townhouses in Cape Town, Durban, Johannesburg, and Pretoria, even amid rising property prices.

"Got to have a thick skin": Steven shares adoption story of being raised by white family in video

"Got to have a thick skin": Steven shares adoption story of being raised by white family in video

Family and Relationships

8 months ago

Steven Ayanda spoke about his unique life growing up as a Black child in a white family in South Africa. He touched on high and lows of the experience in a video.

"It will attract many tourists": Mysterious driftwood statues wow Ramsgate beachgoers

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"It will attract many tourists": Mysterious driftwood statues wow Ramsgate beachgoers

People

8 months ago

Driftwood sculptures along Ramsgate's shoreline mesmerise beachgoers, showcasing creativity and enhancing the coastline's beauty on the Ramsgate Ramble trail.

Hilary Sekgota