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

3060 articles published since 22 Aug 2022

Author's articles

"My father’s investment in flames": Ekurhuleni woman devastated by house fire and shares video

"My father’s investment in flames": Ekurhuleni woman devastated by house fire...

Family and Relationships

4 months ago

"At least he told you": Woman vents about boyfriend’s startling betrayal, video sparks opinions

"At least he told you": Woman vents about boyfriend’s startling betrayal,...

Family and Relationships

4 months ago

'Imagine you have visitors": Woman left devastated after new air fryer fails her chips expectations

'Imagine you have visitors": Woman left devastated after new air fryer fails her...

People

4 months ago

"R150k gone": Woman overwhelmed by roofing costs for her newly built house, video sparks debate

"R150k gone": Woman overwhelmed by roofing costs for her newly built house,...

People

4 months ago

"The goat": Zimele Secondary celebrates top matric achiever Sbusiso Buthelezi in heartwarming video

"The goat": Zimele Secondary celebrates top matric achiever Sbusiso Buthelezi in...

People

4 months ago

"Making us look bad": Video of girlfriend’s PlayStation 5 gift to boyfriend causes online buzz

"Making us look bad": Video of girlfriend’s PlayStation 5 gift to boyfriend...

Family and Relationships

4 months ago

"Won't attend free public schools": Mom pens fiery letter to baby daddy about their kids' upbringing

"Won't attend free public schools": Mom pens fiery letter to baby daddy about their kids' upbringing

Family and Relationships

4 months ago

A mom’s emotional letter to her twins’ father about their upbringing and education sparked TikTok debates about public schools and parenting responsibilities.

"Even men are scared": Port Elizabeth man's crime paranoia has SA people cracking up

"Even men are scared": Port Elizabeth man's crime paranoia has SA people cracking up

People

4 months ago

A Port Elizabeth man’s cautious sprint after mistaking someone behind him for a thief left TikTok buzzing. Mzansi debated his quick reaction shown in a video.

"South Africans are the best": Strangers celebrate newlyweds at Home Affairs, video warms hearts

"South Africans are the best": Strangers celebrate newlyweds at Home Affairs, video warms hearts

Family and Relationships

4 months ago

A Home Affairs couple’s special day turned unforgettable when strangers celebrated their love with an impromptu song and dance. The video melted hearts on TikTok.

"I got goosebumps": Durban Grade 5 learners worship on 1st day of school, SA moved by song

"I got goosebumps": Durban Grade 5 learners worship on 1st day of school, SA moved by song

People

4 months ago

A video of Durban Grade 5 learners worshipping on their first day of school went viral. They touched Mzansi people's hearts with their soulful song.

"Creativity at its best": Woman uses Checkers60 bags to cover school books, SA amazed by clever hack

"Creativity at its best": Woman uses Checkers60 bags to cover school books, SA amazed by clever hack

People

4 months ago

A mom shared a creative way to save on school supplies by using Checkers60 bags to cover books. Mzansi people loved the ingenuity showed in a video.

"Without soy sauce is criminal": Security guard's reaction to sushi has South Africans in stitches

"Without soy sauce is criminal": Security guard's reaction to sushi has South Africans in stitches

People

4 months ago

A TikTok video showing a security guard’s sour reaction to his first sushi taste had South Africans cracking up. It also sparked a debate about the dish’s appeal.

"You are just lucky": Woman shows results of dating a Venda guy, SA stunned by video

"You are just lucky": Woman shows results of dating a Venda guy, SA stunned by video

Family and Relationships

4 months ago

A woman shared a TikTok video flaunting the home her Venda boyfriend build for them. It reveals the stunning kitchen and sleek design of the spacious place.

"That muthi almost ended my life": Woman shares more details about husband's alleged witchcraft plot

"That muthi almost ended my life": Woman shares more details about husband's alleged witchcraft plot

Family and Relationships

4 months ago

A woman shocked TikTok by revealing witchy objects her husband allegedly used to keep her in the relationship. The video has left viewers speechless.

"Gratitude is the greatest gift": 2024 Matric Learner thanks teacher in a heartwarming viral video

"Gratitude is the greatest gift": 2024 Matric Learner thanks teacher in a heartwarming viral video

People

4 months ago

A matric learner surprised her favourite teacher with flowers and chocolates. The heartwarming TikTok moment had South Africans chopping onions.

Hilary Sekgota