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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A thoughtful teacher treated her pupils to snacks in recognition of their academic achievements. Her dedication and kindness sparked praise from viewers.

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A TikTok video captures a group of dads dancing and singing to a popular nursery rhyme. They were recorded whilst having fun and drinking at the bar.

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A South African woman went grocery shopping at her boyfriend's apartment. She showed her mischievous mission in a TikTok video and viewers could relate.

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A video of twin boys fascinated by a mannequin at a clothing store went viral on TikTok. South Africans were amused and fascinated by their curious minds.

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Adorable children were taught how to make pizzas and the cooking video warmed hearts on TikTok. People were impressed by the kids' focus and determination.

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