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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"Try with rooibos": Americans' reaction video to Ouma Rusks gets Mzansi talking

A US man shares a beloved South African treat, Ouma Rusks, with his Texan friend. Watch as she enjoys her first taste and see the rave reviews from SA TikTokkers.

"Told his wife he's working night shift": Mzansi trolls man eating skhaftin at groove, video trends

A man was caught enjoying his home-packed meal at a groove, completely unbothered by the crowd. The video, shared on TikTok, quickly gained over 313,000 views.

"My sister protect yourself": Mzansi stunned by taxi passengers' heated exchange in video

Two women had a heated exchange in a taxi, and it got caught on camera. The TikTok video left thousands of Mzansi people talking about the incident.

"How horror movies start": Explorers spooked by eerie activity at abandoned Kempton Park Hospital

A viral TikTok video from Kempton Park Hospital captured alleged spooky paranormal activity, with a fluorescent tube suddenly crashing to the ground.

"They will never fight again": African mom uses drastic tactic to stop sibling rivalry, video trends

A mom took a drastic step to stop her kids from fighting, tying them together with a cloth to force them to get along. TikTokkers loved the strategy video.

"Deny everything": Employee caught on CCTV mocking his boss, Mzansi TikTokkers pleads his case

A bottle store employee was caught on CCTV mocking his boss, unaware the camera was rolling. The funny TikTok video went viral with 1.1 million views.

"She had anger issues": Woman confronts former teacher turned colleague, video leaves SA stunned

A woman confronted her former teacher in a TikTok video, questioning her past teaching style. The exchange sparked a heated debate among Mzansi people.

"You're shaking": Snake handler removes massive black mamba from car in Mokopane, Mzansi stunned

A snake handler in Mokopane, Limpopo, was caught on camera removing a black mamba from a car engine. The video gained over 74k views, with SA amazed at his bravery.

Miss Universe: Miss SA Mia le Roux jets off to Mexico, Mzansi sends well wishes

Miss SA Mia Le Roux is headed to Mexico for Miss Universe, making history as the first deaf contestant. She posted videos as she got ready to shine.

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