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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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Woman’s Safari turns wild as elephant steals her hat, video hits 2 million views

Woman’s Safari turns wild as elephant steals her hat, video hits 2 million views

People

2 years ago

South African waitress shares bank account figures on TikTok, urges people to tip

South African waitress shares bank account figures on TikTok, urges people to tip

People

2 years ago

SA woman’s grocery haul for R198,90 leaves TikTokkers in disbelief

SA woman’s grocery haul for R198,90 leaves TikTokkers in disbelief

People

2 years ago

Lobola day cows spark concern as TikTok viewers say they look underfed

Lobola day cows spark concern as TikTok viewers say they look underfed

Family and Relationships

2 years ago

Chris Brown's fan desperately opens piggy bank for Johannesburg concert ticket

Chris Brown's fan desperately opens piggy bank for Johannesburg concert ticket

People

2 years ago

Woman shows mlungu husband's impressive braiding skills in TikTok video

Woman shows mlungu husband's impressive braiding skills in TikTok video

Family and Relationships

2 years ago

Floyd Shivambu bags 2nd masters degree, graduation video trends

Floyd Shivambu bags 2nd masters degree, graduation video trends

Politics

2 years ago

EFF Deputy President Floyd Shivambu graduated with a Master's Degree in International Development. The graduation video trended on social media platforms.

South Africa buzzes over stunning ANC hotties in TikTok dance video

South Africa buzzes over stunning ANC hotties in TikTok dance video

People

2 years ago

A video of ANC women dancing at a youth event ignited conversations across South Africa. People praised the ladies' beauty and questioned their political allegiance.

Woman shows drastic body changes during pregnancy in TikTok video

Woman shows drastic body changes during pregnancy in TikTok video

People

2 years ago

Witness the incredible transformation of a woman's body during pregnancy in this viral TikTok video. Her experience shocked viewers on the platform.

South African woman breaks down R78K budget for 10-day Asia trip

South African woman breaks down R78K budget for 10-day Asia trip

Family and Relationships

2 years ago

Join the adventure as a South African family embarks on a journey across Asia, sharing their budget breakdown and travel experiences in a TikTok video.

Brenda Fassie's lookalike serenades late singer's statue in TikTok video

Brenda Fassie's lookalike serenades late singer's statue in TikTok video

People

2 years ago

A Brenda Fassie lookalike delivered a heartfelt tribute to the late icon while serenading her statue in a viral TikTok video. The footage amazed Mzansi.

Husband left speechless as wife surprises him by removing wig during dinner date

Husband left speechless as wife surprises him by removing wig during dinner date

Family and Relationships

2 years ago

A woman surprised her husband by taking off her wig during a romantic dinner date! A TikTok video captures the man's unexpected reaction that amused people.

Woman breaks down costs of Nambian trip, inspires budget travellers with TikTok video

Woman breaks down costs of Nambian trip, inspires budget travellers with TikTok video

Africa

2 years ago

Discover how a savvy traveller broke down the costs of her Namibian trip in a TikTok video, inspiring adventurers to explore this stunning destination.

South African Post Office pushes ahead with retrenchment of almost 4,900 employees

South African Post Office pushes ahead with retrenchment of almost 4,900 employees

South Africa

2 years ago

Post Office employees face uncertain future as retrenchment plans move forward despite failed relief efforts. South Africans are devastated by the decision.

Limpopo learners throw emotional farewell party for school principal

Limpopo learners throw emotional farewell party for school principal

Family and Relationships

2 years ago

Witness the heartwarming farewell as learners shower their beloved principal with love, cheers, and dancing. The emotional send-off captured hearts on TikTok.

Hilary Sekgota