Best News & Entertainment '24

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

3074 articles published since 22 Aug 2022

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EFF MP Mandla Shikwambana launches legal action against Blade Nzimande, SA cheers

EFF MP Mandla Shikwambana launches legal action against Blade Nzimande, SA cheers

South Africa

2 years ago

Fitness enthusiast shares video of 1-year weight loss results and nutritious daily meal plan

Fitness enthusiast shares video of 1-year weight loss results and nutritious daily meal plan

Women Empowerment

2 years ago

Venda woman shares 5 pregnancy taboos in her culture, TikTok video sparks lively debate

Venda woman shares 5 pregnancy taboos in her culture, TikTok video sparks lively debate

Family and Relationships

2 years ago

Ultra Mel Custard Scone recipe showing step-by-step banking process gets 1 million TikTok views

Ultra Mel Custard Scone recipe showing step-by-step banking process gets 1 million TikTok views

People

2 years ago

Toddler's tearful goodbye tugs at hearts as mom heads to University in viral video

Toddler's tearful goodbye tugs at hearts as mom heads to University in viral video

Family and Relationships

2 years ago

2 Bees team up to open a Fanta bottle, unbelievable video stuns social media users

2 Bees team up to open a Fanta bottle, unbelievable video stuns social media users

World

2 years ago

KwaZulu-Natal mourns as death toll of devastating floods soars to 40

KwaZulu-Natal mourns as death toll of devastating floods soars to 40

South Africa

2 years ago

SAmourns as KwaZulu-Natal grapples with the aftermath of severe flooding that claimed 40 lives. A Level 2 warning has been issued for further disruptions.

Curro Vanderbijlpark school fees for 2024 create a buzz on TikTok

Curro Vanderbijlpark school fees for 2024 create a buzz on TikTok

Family and Relationships

2 years ago

Curro Vanderbijlpark's 2024 school fees trended. The video shows the fee schedule for Grades R to Grade 12 and sparked a debate on the rising costs of education.

'Skeem Saam' character Charles Kunutu sparks social media frenzy with his gossipy tendencies

'Skeem Saam' character Charles Kunutu sparks social media frenzy with his gossipy tendencies

TV Shows

2 years ago

'Skeem Saam' character Charles Kunutu created a stir among fans with a dramatic revelation on the soapie that sparked lively discussions on social media.

Couple exchange marriage vows in living room full of loved ones, emotional video gets 778k views

Couple exchange marriage vows in living room full of loved ones, emotional video gets 778k views

Family and Relationships

2 years ago

A couple said their vows in a tearful wedding ceremony. The was viewed 778k times and captures the family's joyous celebration after the exchange of rings.

Kid and 2 dogs reaction to helper coming back from warms hearts, video gets 288k views

Kid and 2 dogs reaction to helper coming back from warms hearts, video gets 288k views

Family and Relationships

2 years ago

A TikTok video capturing a kid and two dogs priceless reaction to a domestic worker coming back from her festive season break touched social media users.

SA woman's hilarious attempt to get American husband to eat mopani worms clocks 554k views

SA woman's hilarious attempt to get American husband to eat mopani worms clocks 554k views

Family and Relationships

2 years ago

A South African woman attempted to introduce her American husband to the local delicacy of mopani worms and the comical scene went viral on TikTok.

Breakdown of man's January budget in viral video leaves Mzansi stunned

Breakdown of man's January budget in viral video leaves Mzansi stunned

Family and Relationships

2 years ago

A South African man's January budget breakdown went viral on TikTok. From budgeting for rent to a side chick, the distribution of funds sparked laughter across SA..

Health expert issues warning about hubbly bubbly dangers, SA worried

Health expert issues warning about hubbly bubbly dangers, SA worried

South Africa

2 years ago

A health expert cautioned against the popular Hookah Pipe, highlighting the risks of developing health conditions, including cancers and respiratory diseases.

Young Stunna spotted throwing money from car to adoring fans, SA unimpressed

Young Stunna spotted throwing money from car to adoring fans, SA unimpressed

Celebrities

2 years ago

Viral footage of Young Stunna making it rain from his car got Mzansi buzzing. Some criticised the move as unwise and claimed he was performing a ritual.

Hilary Sekgota