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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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Paul Mashatile's spokesperson suspended over sexual harassment claims

Paul Mashatile's spokesperson suspended over sexual harassment claims

South Africa

2 years ago

Enyobeni Tavern owners convicted of selling alcohol to minors, SA welcomes verdict

Enyobeni Tavern owners convicted of selling alcohol to minors, SA welcomes verdict

South Africa

2 years ago

Toya Delazy opens up about strange TikTok singing videos that went viral

Toya Delazy opens up about strange TikTok singing videos that went viral

Celebrities

2 years ago

Mzansi buzzes over Pep's winter collection featured in viral TikTok video

Mzansi buzzes over Pep's winter collection featured in viral TikTok video

People

2 years ago

Bonga Sithole's Alostro comments in TikTok video stir social media backlash

Bonga Sithole's Alostro comments in TikTok video stir social media backlash

Family and Relationships

2 years ago

TikTok video of Konka's promo girls stirs curiosity for club's "finale season"

TikTok video of Konka's promo girls stirs curiosity for club's "finale season"

People

2 years ago

KwaZulu-Natal woman's fiery response to robbery attempt lights up social media

KwaZulu-Natal woman's fiery response to robbery attempt lights up social media

People

2 years ago

A TikTok video displayed a woman's fierce showdown with a would-be robber in KwaZulu-Natal. South Africans showered her with praise and loved her boldness.

Dumi Mkokstad builds parents a stunning mansion in KZN, picture wows celebs and fans

Dumi Mkokstad builds parents a stunning mansion in KZN, picture wows celebs and fans

Celebrities

2 years ago

Dumi Mkokstad finished building a house for his mother and father. He shared the picture on his social media pages and celebrities and fans congratulated him.

Boyfriend's TikTok video of ripping off cheating girlfriend's locs sparks controversy

Boyfriend's TikTok video of ripping off cheating girlfriend's locs sparks controversy

Family and Relationships

2 years ago

A TikTok video shows a man forcefully removing locs extensions of his cheating girlfriend. It sparked a debate online about relationship dynamics and boundaries.

Cyril Ramaphosa unfazed by Zuma's uMkhonto weSizwe Party in election battle

Cyril Ramaphosa unfazed by Zuma's uMkhonto weSizwe Party in election battle

Politics

2 years ago

ANC President Cyril Ramaphosa remains confident in the face of competition from former President Jacob Zuma's uMkhonto weSizwe party in the upcoming elections.

Man urinates into spaza shop in full view of owner, disturbing video angers Mzansi

Man urinates into spaza shop in full view of owner, disturbing video angers Mzansi

People

2 years ago

A TikTok video of man urinating in a South African spaza shop went viral. It sparked outrage and condemnation from viewers who called the behaviour disrespectful.

ZCC bride's revealing wedding dress stirs up a storm on TikTok

ZCC bride's revealing wedding dress stirs up a storm on TikTok

Family and Relationships

2 years ago

A video of a ZCC bride's revealing wedding dress caused controversy on TikTok. Many people are divided over adherence to church norms and fashion choices.

Family turns Renault Kwid purchase into spirited worship service at a dealership

Family turns Renault Kwid purchase into spirited worship service at a dealership

Cars and Tech

2 years ago

A viral video showed a family turning a car purchase into a religious experience, with a full-blown prayer session at the dealership for their new Renault Kwid.

KwaZulu-Natal mom's dramatic celebration as daughter crowned Miss Okhahlamba trends

KwaZulu-Natal mom's dramatic celebration as daughter crowned Miss Okhahlamba trends

Family and Relationships

2 years ago

A TikTok video shows a supportive mom celebrating her daughter who was named Miss Okhahlamba. The mother's theatrics touched the hearts of viewers.

DA vows to abolish race-based laws if elected, SA citizens weighs in

DA vows to abolish race-based laws if elected, SA citizens weighs in

Politics

2 years ago

The Democratic Alliance announced plans to eliminate race-based legislation, including Black Economic Empowerment if elected into the SA government.

Hilary Sekgota