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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'Scandal!' star Kagiso Modupe and wife Liza welcomed their new bundle of joy. The heartwarming Instagram photos were shared to announce the baby's arrival.

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A boy's heartwarming reaction to a Christmas tree surprise from his SA mom was captured on video and shared on TikTok. The sweet scene touched netizens.

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The South African Radio Awards crowned Anele Mdoda as the Best Breakfast Show Presenter for 2023. the broadcaster posted an Instagram picture to celebrate.

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