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

3056 articles published since 22 Aug 2022

Author's articles

SA woman's vetkoek-making method goes viral and flares tempers on TikTok

SA woman's vetkoek-making method goes viral and flares tempers on TikTok

People

a year ago

Zizi Kodwa praises Innocent Masuku for 'Britain's Got Talent' performance

Zizi Kodwa praises Innocent Masuku for 'Britain's Got Talent' performance

Entertainment

a year ago

Varsity student eating mouldy bread in video accused of chasing-clout

Varsity student eating mouldy bread in video accused of chasing-clout

People

a year ago

Married couple shows construction of dream house in 7 months in TikTok video

Married couple shows construction of dream house in 7 months in TikTok video

Family and Relationships

a year ago

South African woman's R20K Cape Town vacation for 2 intrigues travel enthusiasts

South African woman's R20K Cape Town vacation for 2 intrigues travel enthusiasts

People

a year ago

Woman shows no service Gautrain incident from Bosman to Midrand in video

Woman shows no service Gautrain incident from Bosman to Midrand in video

People

a year ago

American woman shows brave battle with filthy house after husband's departure

American woman shows brave battle with filthy house after husband's departure

Family and Relationships

a year ago

Witness the emotional journey of a woman left alone to clean her filthy house after her husband's departure. Her TikTok video disgusted netizens.

South African passenger brings taxi vibes to airplane in funny TikTok prank

South African passenger brings taxi vibes to airplane in funny TikTok prank

Family and Relationships

a year ago

Watch as a passenger brings the hustle and bustle of a taxi commute to the skies in a hilarious TikTok video.He spread laughter to millions on the platform.

Trinity International Bible University graduate catches the Holy Ghost in TikTok video

Trinity International Bible University graduate catches the Holy Ghost in TikTok video

People

a year ago

Witness the awe-inspiring moment as a student from Trinity International Bible University experienced a profound emotional encounter during her graduation ceremony.

ANC plans to appeal High Court ruling on uMkhonto weSizwe name and logo

Politics

a year ago

ANC Secretary Fikile Mbalula confirmed the appeal against High Court ruling on uMkhonto weSizwe name and logo dispute. South Africans shared mixed feelings.

Kaizer Chiefs fans demand the return of Arthur Zwane after devastating loss

Kaizer Chiefs fans demand the return of Arthur Zwane after devastating loss

Football

a year ago

Kaizer Chiefs fans expressed their disappointment on social media after the team's loss to Richards Bay FC. Read about their reactions and frustrations here.

Car salesman's payslip shown in TikTok video leaves South Africans stunned

Car salesman's payslip shown in TikTok video leaves South Africans stunned

People

a year ago

A TikTok video unveiled the surprising payslip of a car salesman, leaving South Africans in awe. Discover the shocking reality behind car salesman earnings.

University of Limpopo student shows emotional graduation day without his parents

University of Limpopo student shows emotional graduation day without his parents

People

a year ago

Watch as a university graduate shared his emotional journey of graduating without his parents in a heartfelt TikTok video that has touched the hearts of millions.

Kasi girl shows remarkable strength with street workout in TikTok video

Kasi girl shows remarkable strength with street workout in TikTok video

Women Empowerment

a year ago

A fitness influencer flaunted her strength with an intense workout session in the heart of a township. South Africans marvelled at her physique in a TikTok video.

Man shows desperate attempt to save to his poisoned dog with home remedy

Man shows desperate attempt to save to his poisoned dog with home remedy

People

a year ago

A TikTok video captures a dog owner nursing his beloved pet back to health. The animal was allegedly poisoned by someone in the South African township.

Hilary Sekgota