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

3062 articles published since 22 Aug 2022

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Limpopo man sells live frogs in village, TikTok video has Mzansi spooked

Limpopo man sells live frogs in village, TikTok video has Mzansi spooked

People

2 years ago

Eskom's announcement of loadshedding return angers the public

Eskom's announcement of loadshedding return angers the public

Energy

2 years ago

New Year's Eve celebrations: Tyla slays performance at New York Times Square

New Year's Eve celebrations: Tyla slays performance at New York Times Square

Celebrities

2 years ago

Scorned woman exacts revenge on her cheating boyfriend, video disturbs Mzansi

Scorned woman exacts revenge on her cheating boyfriend, video disturbs Mzansi

Family and Relationships

2 years ago

Little prayer warrior wins souls with cute New Year's blessing in TikTok video

Little prayer warrior wins souls with cute New Year's blessing in TikTok video

Family and Relationships

2 years ago

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

2 years 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

2 years ago

Musa Khawula posted Cyan Boujee's dance video to an amapaiano song. Many netizens were disappointed by the influencer's moves and posted negative reviews.

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

2 years ago

'Podcast and Chill' host MacG shared a glimpse of his Tanzania vacation. The video displays him having a conversation with US radio host Charlemagne tha God.

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

2 years ago

President Cyril Ramaphosa reflected on the challenges that plagued South Africa in 2023 including unemployment, poverty, crime, and more in his New Year's message.

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

2 years ago

Mamelodi Sundowns coach, Rulani Mokwena, shared his candid thoughts on the challenges plaguing South African football, and expressed frustration

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

2 years ago

A dad and mom surprised their three kids with a magical bedroom for Christmas. The TikTok video of the adorable moment captured the appreciation of the children.

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

2 years 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

2 years 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

2 years 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

2 years 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.

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