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

Limpopo man killed in alleged mob justice attack after house break-ins accusations

Limpopo man killed in alleged mob justice attack after house break-ins accusations

South Africa

a year ago

Cyan Boujee lives it up in Seoul Korea, shares 10 pictures of her trip

Cyan Boujee lives it up in Seoul Korea, shares 10 pictures of her trip

Celebrities

a year ago

Makhadzi claps back at internet trolls criticising her broken English

Makhadzi claps back at internet trolls criticising her broken English

Celebrities

a year ago

Cape Town welcomes Palestinian football team with open arms at Masjidul Quds

Cape Town welcomes Palestinian football team with open arms at Masjidul Quds

Football

a year ago

Eskom declares Stage 6 loadshedding announcement at midnight

Eskom declares Stage 6 loadshedding announcement at midnight

Energy

a year ago

Nigerians react as Super Eagles beat South Africa, qualify for AFCON 2023 final

Nigerians react as Super Eagles beat South Africa, qualify for AFCON 2023 final

Football

a year ago

Nigeria beats South Africa in thrilling AFCON semifinal match

Nigeria beats South Africa in thrilling AFCON semifinal match

Football

a year ago

Nigeria proceeded to the Africa Cup of Nations final after their victory against Bafana Bafana at the Stade Bouake in Ivory Coast South Africans are disappointed.

Gorgeous firefighter steals SA men's hearts with video supporting Bafana Bafana

Gorgeous firefighter steals SA men's hearts with video supporting Bafana Bafana

People

a year ago

A beautiful firefighter showed her support for Bafana Bafana in a viral Twitter/X video. The clip captivated social media users who were charmed by her looks.

Mobi Dixon hospitalised after car accident in Sandton, fans send well wishes

Mobi Dixon hospitalised after car accident in Sandton, fans send well wishes

Celebrities

a year ago

Mobi Dixon, real name Mabi Ntuli, is in hospital after a car accident in Sandton. Fans are sending well wishes on social media as he receives medical care.

Heartwarming TikTok video of white kids bonding with black baby melts hearts

Heartwarming TikTok video of white kids bonding with black baby melts hearts

Family and Relationships

a year ago

A group of white school children restored people's faith in humanity. The kids were amazed by a black baby and took turn in soaking up the infant's pure energy.

TikTok video of traffic cop's kota feast sparks heated fitness debate

TikTok video of traffic cop's kota feast sparks heated fitness debate

South Africa

a year ago

A video of a traffic cop enjoying a kota meal has ignited a debate on fitness standards for law enforcement officers in SA. People were stunned by his weight.

Stunning drone footage of Magoebaskloof Mountain Lodge wows Mzansi

Stunning drone footage of Magoebaskloof Mountain Lodge wows Mzansi

People

a year ago

A video of Magoebaskloof Mountain Lodge in Tzaneen mesmerised viewers on TikTok. The clip got people excited about travelling to the Limpopo destination.

TikTok video of taxi rank singer sparks speculations about his identity

TikTok video of taxi rank singer sparks speculations about his identity

Family and Relationships

a year ago

A viral video captures a former member of a gospel choir serenading passengers at a South African taxi rank. The clip sparked speculations on TikTok.

LLB graduate complains about working at call centre in TikTok clip

LLB graduate complains about working at call centre in TikTok clip

People

a year ago

A video by an LLB graduate highlighted the struggles of finding employment in South Africa's job market. It sheds light on the realities faced by many lawyers.

Cape Verdean women warned against "broke" South African men in TikTok video

Cape Verdean women warned against "broke" South African men in TikTok video

Family and Relationships

a year ago

A viral TikTok rant warned Cape Verdean women about South African men's financial woes and their sudden interest in moving to the West African nation.

Hilary Sekgota