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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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Video of Cassper Nyovest's baptism gets leaked online, private religious ceremony sparks chatter

Video of Cassper Nyovest's baptism gets leaked online, private religious ceremony sparks chatter

Celebrities

2 years ago

David Makhura outlines the ANC's ambition for majority vote in 2024 elections

David Makhura outlines the ANC's ambition for majority vote in 2024 elections

Politics

2 years ago

Limpopo rapper Shebeshxt claims hitmen are trying to kill him in disturbing Instagram post

Limpopo rapper Shebeshxt claims hitmen are trying to kill him in disturbing Instagram post

Celebrities

2 years ago

Kaizer Chiefs' suspended goalkeeper Itumeleng Khune stirs debate with Carling All-Stars performance

Kaizer Chiefs' suspended goalkeeper Itumeleng Khune stirs debate with Carling All-Stars performance

Football

2 years ago

Limpopo ANC councillor's vehicle targeted in petrol bomb attack citizens react

Limpopo ANC councillor's vehicle targeted in petrol bomb attack citizens react

South Africa

2 years ago

Football fans sceptical AFCON matches will be broadcast on SABC

Football fans sceptical AFCON matches will be broadcast on SABC

Football

2 years ago

Boss builds domestic worker massive house in Taung, TikTok video sparks and amazement

Boss builds domestic worker massive house in Taung, TikTok video sparks and amazement

Family and Relationships

2 years ago

A domestic worker was gifted with her dream home in the North West thanks to her generous boss. The helper's loved one gave Mzansi a tour of the mansion.

Cassper Nyovest preaches the importance of deeper connection with God, video uplifts fans

Cassper Nyovest preaches the importance of deeper connection with God, video uplifts fans

Celebrities

2 years ago

Cassper Nyovest urged his fans to prioritise their spiritual growth in 2024. Fans react to the unexpected evangelising from the superstar in an Instagram video.

Former 'Generations' star Thabiso ruffles feathers with his view of ancestors

Former 'Generations' star Thabiso ruffles feathers with his view of ancestors

Celebrities

2 years ago

Thabiso Mokhethi stirred controversy in a recent podcast. The former 'Generations' star shared unconventional views on ancestors as familiar and monitoring spirits

Ramaphosa honours Peter Magubane with official funeral, SA divided

Ramaphosa honours Peter Magubane with official funeral, SA divided

South Africa

2 years ago

President Ramaphosa has granted a special official funeral Category 2 for the late Peter Magubane, a renowned anti-apartheid activist and photographer.

AAAM rally behind MK party for upcoming elections, SA citizens stunned

AAAM rally behind MK party for upcoming elections, SA citizens stunned

Politics

2 years ago

AAAM, a prominent organisation of church leaders, endorsed the Umkhonto We Sizwe (MK) party and urged for unity for a strong showing in the 2024 elections.

SA citizens split on ANC's dismissal of Zuma-backed MK party

SA citizens split on ANC's dismissal of Zuma-backed MK party

Politics

2 years ago

ANC dismissed Jacob Zuma's backing of the MK party. Secretary General Mbalula said issues internal with ruling party members should be resolved internally.

Türkiye joins South Africa's genocide case against Israel, echoing Malaysia's support

Türkiye joins South Africa's genocide case against Israel, echoing Malaysia's support

Africa

2 years ago

Türkiye lends support to South Africa's genocide case against Israel, echoing Malaysia's stance. Global celebration ensues as South Africa leads the legal fight.

Thabo Mbeki Foundation shuts down rumours about the former president's health, SA relieved

Thabo Mbeki Foundation shuts down rumours about the former president's health, SA relieved

South Africa

2 years ago

Thabo Mbeki Foundation denied social media rumours regarding the former president's health. The organisation assured the public with an official statement.

Video of massive tombstone unveiling sparks speculations about costs

Video of massive tombstone unveiling sparks speculations about costs

Family and Relationships

2 years ago

An unveiling of a massive tombstone raised eyebrows on TikTok. The video clocked 1.8 million views with people asking about the expense of the marble structure.

Hilary Sekgota