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

Mamelodi taxi kingpin Vusi Khekhe slapped with 30-year prison term for Wandile Bozwana’s murder

Mamelodi taxi kingpin Vusi Khekhe slapped with 30-year prison term for Wandile Bozwana’s murder

South Africa

a year ago

Senzo Meyiwa trial: Testimony unveils Kelly Khumalo had 4 secret cellphone numbers

Senzo Meyiwa trial: Testimony unveils Kelly Khumalo had 4 secret cellphone numbers

South Africa

a year ago

Video of makoti's wedding step practice session has Mzansi in stitches

Video of makoti's wedding step practice session has Mzansi in stitches

Family and Relationships

a year ago

Beloved wildlife expert Rico Pentz succumbs to venomous cobra bite, SA mourns

Beloved wildlife expert Rico Pentz succumbs to venomous cobra bite, SA mourns

South Africa

a year ago

23-Year-old flaunts sleek BMW achievement in inspiring TikTok video

23-Year-old flaunts sleek BMW achievement in inspiring TikTok video

People

a year ago

Plus size woman prepares for 1st 5km race, training video inspires Mzansi

Plus size woman prepares for 1st 5km race, training video inspires Mzansi

Women Empowerment

a year ago

TikTok video of step-by-step DIY pixie cut tutorial has ladies ready to try the hairstyle

TikTok video of step-by-step DIY pixie cut tutorial has ladies ready to try the hairstyle

People

a year ago

Uncover the art of DIY hair transformations as a woman shared her step-by-step guide to cutting and styling a pixie using hair clippers and straightening iron.

Johannesburg woman thrilled to start chartered accountant articles at Deloitte in inspiring video

Johannesburg woman thrilled to start chartered accountant articles at Deloitte in inspiring video

Women Empowerment

a year ago

A trainee accountant showed her excitement about starting Chartered Accountancy (CA) articles with Deloitte. The TikTok video captures her welcome at the JHB firm.

2023 Matric Results: South African inmates achieve remarkable 93.2% pass rate, Mzansi applauds

2023 Matric Results: South African inmates achieve remarkable 93.2% pass rate, Mzansi applauds

Education

a year ago

Inmates across South African correctional centres achieved an impressive 93.2% pass rate in the 2023 matric exams. Ronald Lamola announced the remarkable results.

Ekuvukeni triple murders baffle KwaZulu-Natal police, Mzansi disturbed

Ekuvukeni triple murders baffle KwaZulu-Natal police, Mzansi disturbed

South Africa

a year ago

KwaZulu-Natal police are investigating a triple murder that left Ekuvukeni in shock. The victims include a senior official from Alfred Duma Municipality.

AFCON: Hugo Broos voices unease over Tunisia's extra prep time ahead of crucial match

AFCON: Hugo Broos voices unease over Tunisia's extra prep time ahead of crucial match

Football

a year ago

Bafana Bafana coach, Hugo Broos, complained about Tunisia's extended preparation time ahead of their crucial AFCON match. His statements put some fans on edge.

Polokwane man's groove moves at Lutheran church has Mzansi hyped

Polokwane man's groove moves at Lutheran church has Mzansi hyped

Family and Relationships

a year ago

A spirited young man's dance performance stole the spotlight at the ELCSA Polokwane Circuit Youth League's annual revival. The video lifted people's moods on TikTok.

Woman's TikTok rant on cohabitating strikes a chord with Mzansi ladies

Woman's TikTok rant on cohabitating strikes a chord with Mzansi ladies

Family and Relationships

a year ago

A vented about her untidy boyfriend in a TikTok video. Women across Mzansi could relate to her frustration of living with a man with irritating domestic habits.

Vibey gogo's Skomota dance challenge with a twist goes viral on Tiktok

Vibey gogo's Skomota dance challenge with a twist goes viral on Tiktok

People

a year ago

Join the laughter as a TikTok gogo took on the viral Skomota dance challenge, adding a hilarious twist to the routine. The entertaining video won hearts across SA.

Shawasha Hills mansions in Zimbabwe unveiled in viral TikTok video

Shawasha Hills mansions in Zimbabwe unveiled in viral TikTok video

Africa

a year ago

Embark on a virtual trip as a TikTokker showed the breathtaking homes of Shawasha Hills in Zimbabwe. The viral video dispelled misconceptions about the country.

Hilary Sekgota