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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

3058 articles published since 22 Aug 2022

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Johannesburg woman shares affordable Zara handbag dupes in TikTok video

Johannesburg woman shares affordable Zara handbag dupes in TikTok video

People

2 years ago

Namibian man narrowly escapes from criminals in Swakopmund, video goes viral

Namibian man narrowly escapes from criminals in Swakopmund, video goes viral

Africa

2 years ago

Cape Town mom paying R3,000 for baby's crèche rubs people the wrong way

Cape Town mom paying R3,000 for baby's crèche rubs people the wrong way

Family and Relationships

2 years ago

Young nurse wows TikTok with home renovation and car purchase viral video

Young nurse wows TikTok with home renovation and car purchase viral video

Women Empowerment

2 years ago

Eskom intensifies loadshedding to Stage 4 amid power supply struggles

Eskom intensifies loadshedding to Stage 4 amid power supply struggles

Energy

2 years ago

South African student uses NSFAS allowance to build mom a dream home

South African student uses NSFAS allowance to build mom a dream home

People

2 years ago

Johannesburg Zoo's R20 entrance fee draws huge crowds, TikTok video stuns Mzansi

Johannesburg Zoo's R20 entrance fee draws huge crowds, TikTok video stuns Mzansi

People

2 years ago

See the buzz surrounding the Johannesburg Zoo's R20 special in a Tiktok video. Residents flocked to the establishment and waited in long lines to see the animals.

Skomota spotted asking for more meat at Moruti Gucci's wedding

Skomota spotted asking for more meat at Moruti Gucci's wedding

Celebrities

2 years ago

Dance sensation Skomota was spotted protesting about his meat portion at Moruti Gucci's wedding. The TikTok video sparked discussions about his celebrity status.

Shoprite reports strong revenue amid challenging market, SA amazed

Shoprite reports strong revenue amid challenging market, SA amazed

Industry

2 years ago

Discover how Shoprite continues to thrive in the challenging retail market. The company reported a strong revenue growth and shared the secret of its success.

ANC demands leadership shake-up in Ekurhuleni after council brawl

ANC demands leadership shake-up in Ekurhuleni after council brawl

Politics

2 years ago

The ANC called for political leadership change in Ekurhuleni. This comes after a chaotic council meeting that sparked concerns about the city's future.

Mzansi defends dark-skinned woman who was trolled on TikTok

Mzansi defends dark-skinned woman who was trolled on TikTok

People

2 years ago

Witness the heartwarming support as South Africans come together to defend a dark-skinned woman who was cyberbullied for her skin tone in a viral TikTok video.

Ntandokazi receives gifts from South African brands in viral TikTok video

Ntandokazi receives gifts from South African brands in viral TikTok video

Family and Relationships

2 years ago

TikTok sensation Ntandokazi flaunted her gifts from Luella in a viral video. It shows her humble nature and remarkable beauty that won over South Africans.

TikTok fashion star turns shopping bags into stylish outfits, video goes viral

TikTok fashion star turns shopping bags into stylish outfits, video goes viral

People

2 years ago

A talented young man transformed shopping bags from Checkers, Foschini, Shoprite, and Woolworths into vibrant stylish outfits in a viral TikTok video.

KwaZulu-Natal woman claps back at critics over tinned fish eating style in TikTok video

KwaZulu-Natal woman claps back at critics over tinned fish eating style in TikTok video

People

2 years ago

A viral TikTok video of a KZN woman defending her unique tinned fish eating style, sparking a conversation about unconventional food preparation methods.

Flamboyant groom on zebra statue steals the spotlight from his bride in TikTok video

Flamboyant groom on zebra statue steals the spotlight from his bride in TikTok video

Family and Relationships

2 years ago

Watch a viral TikTok video of an over-the-top groom who stole the spotlight from his bride. His antics at the wedding left viewers feeling sorry for the woman.

Hilary Sekgota