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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

3074 articles published since 22 Aug 2022

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Kroonstad’s storm caims the life of 50-year-old man after his car swept away

Kroonstad’s storm caims the life of 50-year-old man after his car swept away

South Africa

2 years ago

Tollgate prices at Mpumalanga's Machado Plaza sparks fiery rant from SA man

Tollgate prices at Mpumalanga's Machado Plaza sparks fiery rant from SA man

People

2 years ago

Police minister reveals statistics on foreigners in South African prisons

Police minister reveals statistics on foreigners in South African prisons

South Africa

2 years ago

South Africans stunned by R3,500 1 bedroom apartment in Rivonia Sandton

South Africans stunned by R3,500 1 bedroom apartment in Rivonia Sandton

People

2 years ago

Bloemfontein learners surprise beloved teacher with birthday celebration

Bloemfontein learners surprise beloved teacher with birthday celebration

Family and Relationships

2 years ago

South African woman shares bargain finds from Zara and H&M in viral TikTok video

South African woman shares bargain finds from Zara and H&M in viral TikTok video

People

2 years ago

South African woman shares tips for feeding family of 8 on R3,500 budget

South African woman shares tips for feeding family of 8 on R3,500 budget

People

2 years ago

Learn budgeting tips from a savvy woman who feeds her family of 8 on just R3500. Discover how she uses a smart budgeting app to stretch those rands further.

KZN government boosts crime-fighting with 80 vehicle handover

KZN government boosts crime-fighting with 80 vehicle handover

South Africa

2 years ago

The KwaZulu-Natal government stepped up its fight against crime by providing 80 vehicles and equipment to the community's crime-fighting structures.

ANC pledges unwavering support for Palestine amid rising global tensions

ANC pledges unwavering support for Palestine amid rising global tensions

Politics

2 years ago

Explore how the African National Congress (ANC) is leading the charge in advocating for Palestinian rights amid the escalating tensions in Gaza with Israel.

Hungry varsity student chases a cat for dinner in funny TikTok video

Hungry varsity student chases a cat for dinner in funny TikTok video

People

2 years ago

Watch as a hungry university student hilariously attempts to catch a cat for dinner in a viral TikTok video. The desperate student had South Africans in stitches.

South African retail store hires human mannequins in TikTok video

South African retail store hires human mannequins in TikTok video

People

2 years ago

A TikTok video capturing the sight of human mannequins in a South African retail store window has gone viral. Viewers wondered about the unique job.

South African woman transforms bedroom with Mr Price decor finds in TikTok video

South African woman transforms bedroom with Mr Price decor finds in TikTok video

People

2 years ago

Check out how a woman effortlessly revamped her bedroom using Mr Price decor items in this captivating TikTok video. Viewers raved about furniture pieces.

TikTok video of stressed-out goat sparks hilarious reactions from Mzansi people

TikTok video of stressed-out goat sparks hilarious reactions from Mzansi people

People

2 years ago

A TikTok video of a stressed goat contemplating life has South Africans rolling with laughter. Check out why this hilarious clip is taking Mzansi by storm.

Ntando and Bash: Video of viral couple's argument shakes up social media

Ntando and Bash: Video of viral couple's argument shakes up social media

Family and Relationships

2 years ago

Social media is buzzing as Ntando and Bash's heated argument inside their car at night went viral. Fans speculated about the future of their relationship.

Nxesi announces R23bn investment in UIF Labour Activation Programme to combat

Nxesi announces R23bn investment in UIF Labour Activation Programme to combat

South Africa

2 years ago

Minister Thulas Nxesi allocated R23 billion to the UIF labour activation programme, aimed at providing training for employment and entrepreneurship programs.

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