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

Instagram model tricked by her date into settling R20 000 bill at Zanzu Pretoria

Instagram model tricked by her date into settling R20 000 bill at Zanzu Pretoria

Family and Relationships

2 years ago

Makhadzi books Dr Malinga for her upcoming show in Limpopo

Makhadzi books Dr Malinga for her upcoming show in Limpopo

Celebrities

2 years ago

King Charles III first televised nation of address as ruler of UK

King Charles III first televised nation of address as ruler of UK

Europe

2 years ago

Police officer Mlungisi Mthethwa gives his account in court in the Senzo Meyiwa trial

Police officer Mlungisi Mthethwa gives his account in court in the Senzo Meyiwa trial

South Africa

2 years ago

Former Miss Universe Zozibini Tunzi travels to Italy and shares beautiful pictures

Former Miss Universe Zozibini Tunzi travels to Italy and shares beautiful pictures

Celebrities

2 years ago

Rasta showcases beautiful painting of late Queen of England

Rasta showcases beautiful painting of late Queen of England

Family and Relationships

2 years ago

Nompilo Dlamini bravely faces death during her long battle with cystic fibrosis

Nompilo Dlamini bravely faces death during her long battle with cystic fibrosis

Women Empowerment

2 years ago

Nompilo Dlamini, who is battling cystic fibrosis, told followers that she's preparing for death because. Mzansi showed support and prayed for her on TikTok.

A young designer showcased his 3D plans for KFC and Mzansi had mixed reviews

A young designer showcased his 3D plans for KFC and Mzansi had mixed reviews

Family and Relationships

2 years ago

A young designer created 3D plans for the fast food restaurant KFC. Social media had mixed reviews and left wondering why it is not a true reflection of SA

TV presenter Minnie Dlamini opens a new club and her celebrity friends show support

TV presenter Minnie Dlamini opens a new club and her celebrity friends show support

Celebrities

2 years ago

Minnie Dlamini opens her new club called The Mansion in Centurion and celebrates the night with her friends and family. Celebs send her celebratory messages.

Ronald Lamola confirms Namibia requested assistance regarding the Phala Phala farm theft

Ronald Lamola confirms Namibia requested assistance regarding the Phala Phala farm theft

Politics

2 years ago

Ronald Lamola confirms that Namibia requested assistance from the Department of Justice. The request was regarding the theft that took place at Phala Phal farm.

SA Twitter user posts expensive gluten-free bread from Woolworths and social media reacts

SA Twitter user posts expensive gluten-free bread from Woolworths and social media reacts

South Africa

2 years ago

A Twitter user posted a picture of gluten-free bread from Woolworths. South Africa was surprised by the expensive loaf of bread and responded with funny tweets

A pregnant woman kicks out guests at her baby shower who did not bring a gift

A pregnant woman kicks out guests at her baby shower who did not bring a gift

Family and Relationships

2 years ago

A pregnant woman asks guests to leave her baby shower if they didn't bring a gift. The viral Instagram video has internet users talking on the bold request.

Music star Andile Mpisane failed to make his PSL appearance

Music star Andile Mpisane failed to make his PSL appearance

Celebrities

2 years ago

Andile Mpisane got benched and missed the chance to make his PSL debut. Social media reacts on the missed opportunity and cheers the music star on his ambitions

Eskom recovers R30 unlawfully million paid out to Brian Molefe's pension fund

Eskom recovers R30 unlawfully million paid out to Brian Molefe's pension fund

South Africa

2 years ago

Eskom recovers R30 million paid out to Brian Molefe's pension fund. The former CEO was accused of doing Duduzane Zuma favours and helping him buy Optimum Coal.

Gauteng police arrest 30 illegal miners in Benoni during Operation O Kae Molao

Gauteng police arrest 30 illegal miners in Benoni during Operation O Kae Molao

South Africa

2 years ago

The police spokesperson Mavela Masondo said 30 illegal miners have been arrested in Benoni. The suspects were found with explosives and illegal mining tools.

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