Hilary Sekgota

Education: 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: 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 Desk for Evening and Weekend content 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 12 years of experience covering current affairs and human interest topics. Email: hilary.sekgota@briefly.co.za

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American woman flies to South Africa for the perfect knotless braids

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Female taxi passengers panics as vehicle's wheel falls off mid-traffic

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Woman's TikTok video of PEP children's winter jackets wins hearts

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Young woman selling vegetables on South African streets gets encouraged

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Volkswagen’s announces R4 billion investment in Eastern Cape plant

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South African man's epic marriage proposal with family steals hearts nationwide

Experience the heartwarming moment as a South African man involved his three kids in a touching marriage proposal to his girlfriend. The video went TikTok viral.

Sis Thembi gives hungover boss Malcolm a rude awakening in funny TikTok video

Prepare for laughter as a popular domestic worker Thembi and her boss Malcolm Wentzel lit up TikTok with their hilarious antics. The funny TikTok video trended.

Xhosa man's commentary on"'Durban-style" pap' leaves TikTok users in stitches

Prepare to laugh as a Xhosa man's commentary on a woman's cooking of pap takes TikTok by storm. With nearly 1 million views, spectators are left in stitches.

Drone footage of Mpumalanga village stuns viewers across South Africa

Experience the awe-inspiring beauty of a Mpumalanga village through stunning drone footage, capturing the lush greenery and charming homes of the area.

Woman's hands-on approach to house building melts hearts on TikTok

A woman's hands-on involvement in the construction of her home was captured in a viral TikTok video. With 1.2 million views and counting, viewers are impressed.

Footage of SA man exploring Modimolle Mountain cave strikes fear and wonder

A South African man shared a TikTok video of a daring exploration of Modimolle Mountain in Limpopo. The place is shrouded in mystery and some claim it's haunted.

Michael Jackson lookalike's 'Tshwala Bami' dance fails to impress South Africans

Experience the laughter and critique as a Michael Jackson lookalike attempts the 'Tshwala Bami' dance challenge. The TikTok video became a viral hit.

South Africa takes the crown for world's biggest backsides

Brace yourselves for a celebration of epic proportions as South Africa secures the coveted title of having the biggest booties in the whole world.

Video shows Kenyan house construction progress and R122K building costs

"Embark on a journey of sheer determination as TikTok documents the construction of a house in Kenya. The building captivated viewers with its 30-day progress.

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