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

South African TikTokker shares journey of building mom's dream home in 2023, video inspire

South African TikTokker shares journey of building mom's dream home in 2023, video inspire

Family and Relationships

a year ago

Video of Cyan Boujee's saucy dance moves fails to impress Mzansi

Video of Cyan Boujee's saucy dance moves fails to impress Mzansi

Celebrities

a year ago

MacG shares video of him and Charlemagne tha God on Tanzanian vacay, fans hyped

MacG shares video of him and Charlemagne tha God on Tanzanian vacay, fans hyped

Celebrities

a year ago

President Cyril Ramaphosa encourages hope and optimism in New Year's message, citizens weigh in

President Cyril Ramaphosa encourages hope and optimism in New Year's message, citizens weigh in

South Africa

a year ago

Mamelodi Sundowns coach Rulani Mokwena's concerns about SA football angers fans

Mamelodi Sundowns coach Rulani Mokwena's concerns about SA football angers fans

Football

a year ago

Pretoria parents surprise 3 kids with new bedroom on Christmas, TikTok video touches Mzansi

Pretoria parents surprise 3 kids with new bedroom on Christmas, TikTok video touches Mzansi

Family and Relationships

a year ago

Jacob Zuma sounds alarm on ANC corruption and political killings in Pietermaritzburg

Jacob Zuma sounds alarm on ANC corruption and political killings in Pietermaritzburg

Politics

a year ago

Former President Jacob Zuma voiced concern over the rising corruption and political violence within the ANC, and emphasised the need for change and solutions.

Chicken Licken customer complains about small wing, video of confrontation angers SA

Chicken Licken customer complains about small wing, video of confrontation angers SA

Industry

a year ago

An unsatisfied Chicken Licken customer blasted the franchise for trying to cheat her with their small hot wings. She posted a TikTok video of her angry complaint.

Former President Jacob Zuma's visit to Moses Mabhida's home sparks political buzz

Former President Jacob Zuma's visit to Moses Mabhida's home sparks political buzz

Politics

a year ago

Former President Jacob Zuma visited the late Moses Mabhida's home in Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu-Natal amid declaring support for the MK party over the ANC.

Faith Nketsi drops fire video to mark 29th birthday, fans rave about muddy theme

Faith Nketsi drops fire video to mark 29th birthday, fans rave about muddy theme

Celebrities

a year ago

Instagram model Faith Nketsi turned heads on her 29th birthday with a scorching video. Covered in mud and striking poses in a suit, the sassy clip captivates Mzansi.

Video of Pearl Thusi and Nadia Nakai dancing at Konka gets Mzansi talking

Video of Pearl Thusi and Nadia Nakai dancing at Konka gets Mzansi talking

Celebrities

a year ago

A sizzling dance video featuring Pearl Thusi and Nadia Nakai at Konka lit up social media, but not without controversy. Mzansi reacts with cheers and age-shaming.

Mbongeni Ngema: Artist pays tribute to playwright with portrait sketch, SA unimpressed

Mbongeni Ngema: Artist pays tribute to playwright with portrait sketch, SA unimpressed

People

a year ago

A fan tried to draw Mbongeni Ngema's face to honour the departed composure and playwright. The TikTok video of the portrait got hilarious reviews.

Murdah Bongz pens DJ Zinhle a heartfelt message on her 41st birthday

Murdah Bongz pens DJ Zinhle a heartfelt message on her 41st birthday

Celebrities

a year ago

DJ Zinhle's 41st birthday celebration got extra special with a heartfelt message from her hubby Murdah Bongz. The musician expressed his love in an Instagram post.

Former Umhlobo Wenene FM presenter Mthobeli KCi August has died, tributes pour in

Former Umhlobo Wenene FM presenter Mthobeli KCi August has died, tributes pour in

Celebrities

a year ago

Tributes and sorrow filled social media after Mthobeli KCi August's family announced his passing. The former Umhlobo Wenene FM presenter died in Johannesburg.

Carletonville aircraft crash kills 2 people mid-air, tragedy stuns Mzansi

Carletonville aircraft crash kills 2 people mid-air, tragedy stuns Mzansi

South Africa

a year ago

A collision over Carletonville killed people, leading to an investigation by the Civil Aviation Authority. The Air Tractor and a Cessna 182 were destroyed.

Hilary Sekgota