Best News & Entertainment '24

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

3076 articles published since 22 Aug 2022

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"I’m crying": American woman shows gluten-free meal she was served in Soweto, video sparks debate

"I’m crying": American woman shows gluten-free meal she was served in Soweto, video sparks debate

People

a year ago

"Winning is in our DNA": Mogau Ramaila makes South Africa proud with Miss Teen World victory

"Winning is in our DNA": Mogau Ramaila makes South Africa proud with Miss Teen World victory

Family and Relationships

a year ago

"Don't walk but run:" Plug for affordable and stylish Jet linen outfits leaves SA ladies raving

"Don't walk but run:" Plug for affordable and stylish Jet linen outfits leaves SA ladies raving

People

a year ago

"Fuelling the rich rumours": Woman's decision to date Venda guy pays off with stunning dream house

"Fuelling the rich rumours": Woman's decision to date Venda guy pays off with stunning dream house

Family and Relationships

a year ago

"Part two please": Village comes alive when generous man delivers new car to fiancée in video

"Part two please": Village comes alive when generous man delivers new car to fiancée in video

Family and Relationships

a year ago

"When raised by strict parents": Young Woman captured pulling a sneaky outfit change in viral video

"When raised by strict parents": Young Woman captured pulling a sneaky outfit change in viral video

Family and Relationships

a year ago

"This is educational": Man breaks down R241k cost of building unfinished house in Limpopo in video

"This is educational": Man breaks down R241k cost of building unfinished house in Limpopo in video

Family and Relationships

a year ago

A South African man shared a detailed breakdown of how he spent R241k building his house. The video inspires gratitude and interest across TikTok.

"She has a bright future": Preschooler’s eloquent graduation speech in viral video melts hearts

"She has a bright future": Preschooler’s eloquent graduation speech in viral video melts hearts

Family and Relationships

a year ago

A little girl named Boikano Ledwaba’s eloquent graduation speech has Mzansi swooning. The adorable preschooler’s TikTok clip has 484k views and counting!

"Give that man his R20": Street hustler's funny sign at traffic stop has Mzansi people in tears

"Give that man his R20": Street hustler's funny sign at traffic stop has Mzansi people in tears

Family and Relationships

a year ago

A man’s funny sign asking for R20 for a DNA test went viral on TikTok/ Mzansi was amazed by the phara's clever tactic to solicit money from motorists.

"Finally signing my 1st employment contract": Accounting graduate bags a job in Cape Town

"Finally signing my 1st employment contract": Accounting graduate bags a job in Cape Town

Women Empowerment

a year ago

An accounting graduate celebrated signing her first job contract at Deloitte. The heartwarming TikTok video made Mzansi proud and inspired many.

"R5,7k can get a pretty good couch": Mzansi man trolled after splurging on wife's birthday gifts

"R5,7k can get a pretty good couch": Mzansi man trolled after splurging on wife's birthday gifts

Family and Relationships

a year ago

A Mzansi man’s lavish birthday gifts for his wife sparked debate on TikTok. The video left haters critiquing the splurging and decor in their humble home.

"Is SPCA aware": Lively goat becomes star of Limpopo wedding in funny video, SA cracks jokes

"Is SPCA aware": Lively goat becomes star of Limpopo wedding in funny video, SA cracks jokes

People

a year ago

A goat in traditional skirts took over a Limpopo wedding, dancing and climbing crates in a viral TikTok video. Mzansi people are loving the unique vibe!

"No longer ignorant": Miss SA Mia le Roux’s deaf awareness video earns Mzansi's praise

"No longer ignorant": Miss SA Mia le Roux’s deaf awareness video earns Mzansi's praise

Women Empowerment

a year ago

Miss SA Mia le Roux shared tips for making events accessible for deaf people. Fans praised her for championing inclusivity in her viral TikTok video.

"We watch we don’t judge": Wedding celebration video gets tongues wagging on social media

"We watch we don’t judge": Wedding celebration video gets tongues wagging on social media

Family and Relationships

a year ago

A South African bride looked stunning at her wedding, but it was a man cooling himself with a mini fan who stole the show. TikTok users couldn’t stop laughing!

"First sentence is very deep": Woman shows husband's WhatsApp text asking for 2nd wife

"First sentence is very deep": Woman shows husband's WhatsApp text asking for 2nd wife

Family and Relationships

a year ago

A divorced woman shared a screenshot of her ex-husband requesting a second wife. TikTok praised her for choosing herself and glowing up post-split.

Hilary Sekgota