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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

3065 articles published since 22 Aug 2022

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YFM star DJ Mulo dies after battle with cancer, family releases statement

YFM star DJ Mulo dies after battle with cancer, family releases statement

Celebrities

2 years ago

Video of Zahara’s remains arriving in East London brings Mzansi to tears

Video of Zahara’s remains arriving in East London brings Mzansi to tears

Celebrities

2 years ago

Tyla announced as NBC's 'The Voice' guest artist, fans excited for perfomance

Tyla announced as NBC's 'The Voice' guest artist, fans excited for perfomance

Celebrities

2 years ago

Kanye West goes on 10-minute rant about Jewish people and Showbiz, heated video trends

Kanye West goes on 10-minute rant about Jewish people and Showbiz, heated video trends

Celebrities

2 years ago

President Cyril Ramaphosa vows ANC to stay above 50% in 2024 elections, citizens sceptical

President Cyril Ramaphosa vows ANC to stay above 50% in 2024 elections, citizens sceptical

Politics

2 years ago

Former Mamelodi Sundowns star Lerato Chabangu opens up about post-retirement struggles

Former Mamelodi Sundowns star Lerato Chabangu opens up about post-retirement struggles

Football

2 years ago

TikTok stars Sis Thembi and Malcolm Wentzel's funny confrontation about new domestic worker stuns SA

TikTok stars Sis Thembi and Malcolm Wentzel's funny confrontation about new domestic worker stuns SA

Family and Relationships

2 years ago

Thembi hired a domestic worker without telling her boss, Malcolm Wentzel, and the TikTok video of his priceless reaction to the new helper in his house trended.

South Africa and Zimbabwe address border challenges for economic growth, citizens voice suspicions

South Africa and Zimbabwe address border challenges for economic growth, citizens voice suspicions

South Africa

2 years ago

BMA Commissioner Michael Masiapato highlighted the significance of strong South Africa-Zimbabwe relations in addressing border challenges between the two countries.

SA varsity student tells her mom she passed cum laude in emotional TikTok video

SA varsity student tells her mom she passed cum laude in emotional TikTok video

Family and Relationships

2 years ago

A varsity student revealed in heartwarming TikTok video that she passed cum laude and the surprising moment her proud mother heard the good news.

Eastern Cape husband receives life sentence for gruesome murder of wife

Eastern Cape husband receives life sentence for gruesome murder of wife

South Africa

2 years ago

A man has been sentenced to life imprisonment for the murder of his wife, whose remains were discovered beneath a bathtub in their Eastern Cape home.

Zion Christian Church makoti stuns Mzansi with enchanting dance in TikTok video

Zion Christian Church makoti stuns Mzansi with enchanting dance in TikTok video

Family and Relationships

2 years ago

A ZCC makoti wowed in gorgeous wedding dress and stole reception limelight with slick dance moves alongside dashing husband in a viral TikTok video.

Limpopo rapper Shebeshxt inspires imitation from mlungu fan in hilarious TikTok video

Limpopo rapper Shebeshxt inspires imitation from mlungu fan in hilarious TikTok video

People

2 years ago

A mlungu TikTok user went viral for his shockingly accurate impression of Limpopo rapper Shebeshxt. He perfectly mimicked the star's distinctive rapping style.

Zahara: Grief-stricken boy breaks down in tears for the late singer in TikTok clip

Zahara: Grief-stricken boy breaks down in tears for the late singer in TikTok clip

Celebrities

2 years ago

A TikTok user shares heartbreaking video of a child singing Zahara's song before sobbing over the singer's recent death. This emotional tribute is a must-watch.

SA unfazed by ANCYL president Collen Malatji's fierce defence of the ruling party

SA unfazed by ANCYL president Collen Malatji's fierce defence of the ruling party

Politics

2 years ago

ANCYL President Collen Malatji supported the party's Secretary General Fikile Mbalula amidst criticisms following Mavuso Msimang's resignation from the ANC.

Limpopo woman shows stunning Thoyandou village houses on her leisurely walk

Limpopo woman shows stunning Thoyandou village houses on her leisurely walk

People

2 years ago

A Limpopo woman's TikTok video showed stunning Thohoyandou village houses as she took a relaxing walk. The clip highlighted the modern structures and serene views.

Hilary Sekgota