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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TikTok star Mo surprises wife Gogo on 27th birthday, videos leave Mzansi swooning

Gogo celebrated her 27th birthday with an unforgettable surprise from Mo, featuring stunning decorations and heartfelt moments shared in a TikTok video.

"Boy is a warrior": Young man shows incredible bravery against robbers, SA amazed

A young man's courageous attempt to recover his stolen phones from robbers in the Free State is trending on X. The videos sparked sympathy and admiration.

"How old is the licence?": Woman wrecks car right after leaving dealership, video stuns Mzansi

A woman crashed her car right after leaving the dealership. The incident was captured in a video that has gone viral. SA is stressed about the costs of the accident.

"Thank God you are alive": Mzansi woman shows angry ex-boyfriend destroying property in viral video

A woman's TikTok video showing her ex-boyfriend destroying her property has gone viral. It raised online concerns for her safety after their breakup.

"Don't forget where you come from": Bonga's claim about colognes under R5k stuns Mzansi

Bonga Sithole, the articulate homeless man, has stirred up controversy with his remarks about colognes under R5k. The trending video sparked heated reactions.

"Passion at its best": Dedicated teacher gives classroom much-needed makeover, video wows Mzansi

A teacher’s TikTok video showcasing her classroom makeover impressed South Africans. Many are marvelling at the before and after video that got over 100k views.

"Phori must not see this": Video of aspiring artist's funny studio session leaves Mzansi giggling

A budding musician’s recording session in a studio shack had Mzansi laughing out loud. His take on a children’s story made the video a hit with 90k views!

"They are not happy": Man's sets up indoor picnic for 2 wives, video gets tongues wagging

A man surprised his two wives with a romantic indoor picnic, and TikTok users are buzzing about the video. See the sweet setup and the reactions that followed!

"True friend not ama fly by night": Hun gets R5k friendship allowance, SA amazed by TikTok post

A woman posted about receiving a R5,000 friendship allowance, leaving TikTok amazed by her generous friend. The video racked up over 142k views.

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