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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

3076 articles published since 22 Aug 2022

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"Boy is a warrior": Young man shows incredible bravery against robbers, SA amazed

"Boy is a warrior": Young man shows incredible bravery against robbers, SA amazed

People

a year ago

"How old is the licence?": Woman wrecks car right after leaving dealership, video stuns Mzansi

"How old is the licence?": Woman wrecks car right after leaving dealership, video stuns Mzansi

Cars and Tech

a year ago

"Thank God you are alive": Mzansi woman shows angry ex-boyfriend destroying property in viral video

"Thank God you are alive": Mzansi woman shows angry ex-boyfriend destroying property in viral video

Family and Relationships

a year ago

"Don't forget where you come from": Bonga's claim about colognes under R5k stuns Mzansi

"Don't forget where you come from": Bonga's claim about colognes under R5k stuns Mzansi

Family and Relationships

a year ago

"Passion at its best": Dedicated teacher gives classroom much-needed makeover, video wows Mzansi

"Passion at its best": Dedicated teacher gives classroom much-needed makeover, video wows Mzansi

Family and Relationships

a year ago

"Phori must not see this": Video of aspiring artist's funny studio session leaves Mzansi giggling

"Phori must not see this": Video of aspiring artist's funny studio session leaves Mzansi giggling

People

a year ago

"They are not happy": Man's sets up indoor picnic for 2 wives, video gets tongues wagging

"They are not happy": Man's sets up indoor picnic for 2 wives, video gets tongues wagging

Family and Relationships

a year ago

A man surprised his two wives with a romantic indoor picnic, and TikTok users are buzzing about the video. See the sweet setup and the reactions that followed!

"True friend not ama fly by night": Hun gets R5k friendship allowance, SA amazed by TikTok post

"True friend not ama fly by night": Hun gets R5k friendship allowance, SA amazed by TikTok post

Family and Relationships

a year ago

A woman posted about receiving a R5,000 friendship allowance, leaving TikTok amazed by her generous friend. The video racked up over 142k views.

"This is called a complex in JHB": Woman shares video of an estate in Venda, Mzansi not sure

"This is called a complex in JHB": Woman shares video of an estate in Venda, Mzansi not sure

People

a year ago

A video of Venda’s Khokhonya Estate has TikTok users debating what qualifies as an “estate.” The footage hit 76k views and has Mzansi in two minds.

"Money is money well done": Woman settles Edgars layby purchase with R1,7K coins, clip stuns SA

"Money is money well done": Woman settles Edgars layby purchase with R1,7K coins, clip stuns SA

Family and Relationships

a year ago

A woman paid her Edgars layby with R1.7K in coins, sparking online praise for her savings skills and determination. Watch her cash in her hard-earned coins.

"Shouldn’t you save to build a room?": Man living in shack shows solo vacay, video gets SA talking

"Shouldn’t you save to build a room?": Man living in shack shows solo vacay, video gets SA talking

Family and Relationships

a year ago

A man shared his solo getaway experience at The Blyde, leaving TikTok buzzing. While some applauded him, others questioned his decision to go on holiday.

"She is the goat": UFS student shows lecturer's savage message about extra marks, Mzansi amused

"She is the goat": UFS student shows lecturer's savage message about extra marks, Mzansi amused

People

a year ago

A UFS student shared a TikTok of their lecturer's shady notice about extra marks. The funny post got over 162k views and had netizens laughing non-stop.

Cassper Nyovest's lookalike stuns Mzansi with groovy dance moves, TikTok video trends

Cassper Nyovest's lookalike stuns Mzansi with groovy dance moves, TikTok video trends

Family and Relationships

a year ago

A TikTok video of a Cassper Nyovest lookalike dancing outside a night spot has gone viral. Fans are amazed by his resemblance to the famous rapper.

"Such a vibe": Video of petrol attendant's epic dance collab with vibey motorist spreads joy

"Such a vibe": Video of petrol attendant's epic dance collab with vibey motorist spreads joy

People

a year ago

Watch Shell petrol attendant Felix and a motorist share an epic dance-off in this viral TikTok video that has gathered over 743,000 views in just under 48 hours.

"Try with rooibos": Americans' reaction video to Ouma Rusks gets Mzansi talking

"Try with rooibos": Americans' reaction video to Ouma Rusks gets Mzansi talking

Family and Relationships

a year ago

A US man shares a beloved South African treat, Ouma Rusks, with his Texan friend. Watch as she enjoys her first taste and see the rave reviews from SA TikTokkers.

Hilary Sekgota