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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"School fees showing off": Girl’s Xhosa-to-English switch in sibling argument amazes SA

A TikTok video of siblings arguing about chores has gone viral. One girl switched from Xhosa to English mid-argument, leaving Mzansi amazed at her fluency.

"No fear of judgment": Man rocking 'Gucci' drip caught off guard by bread prices, video goes viral

A South African man wearing fake Gucci was caught off guard by bread prices at Spar. The video sparked laughter on TikTok and drew over 1.2M views.

"Small salary can do a lot": Woman builds house on R2,5k monthly income, video inspires Mzansi

A 29-year-old woman amazed TikTok users with her two-room house built on a R2,500 salary. Mzansi praised her for making her budget stretch against the odds.

"Very expensive, darling": Woman shows struggle meal after buying new car, Mzansi relates

A woman shared a funny video showing her eating dry pap after buying a new Toyota Starlet. Netizens connected over the struggles of paying car instalments.

"Look at me now meneer": Man flaunts success at teacher who didn't believe in him, video trends

Man stunned his former Grade 10 teacher by driving his own car, after being told he wouldn't succeed in life. The TikTok video got mixed reactions online.

"Never loved a stranger like this": Woman hosts solo birthday party, video inspires Mzansi

A woman in Mzansi celebrated her birthday solo with a festive setup. She proved joy isn’t about who’s there but about self-love. Her TikTok video won fans' hearts.

"From renting back rooms to building house": Woman celebrates becoming homeowner in inspiring video

A woman shared her inspiring journey from renting back rooms to building her dream double-storey house. She celebrated the milestone in a TikTok video.

"Groceries R200?": Varsity student’s R1,650 NSFAS budget breakdown in video has Mzansi intrigued

A university student’s TikTok on budgeting a R1,650 NSFAS allowance left viewers surprised by his unique spending plan. Netizens had mixed reactions.

Miss Nigeria Chidimma Adetshina wows the internet with glamorous new look: "Giving African queen"

Miss Nigeria, Chidimma Adetshina, dazzled in a beaded black dress. The TikTok video sparked praise from fans excited for the Miss Universe 2024 competition.

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