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

Nadia Nakai hangs out with US star Teyana Taylor in Cape Town, shares snap

Nadia Nakai hangs out with US star Teyana Taylor in Cape Town, shares snap

Celebrities

a year ago

Botswana and Zimbabwean announce free movement of citizens for 90 days

Botswana and Zimbabwean announce free movement of citizens for 90 days

Africa

a year ago

Limpopo tracking team nabs convoy from Zimbabwe, 133 illegal foreigners arrested

Limpopo tracking team nabs convoy from Zimbabwe, 133 illegal foreigners arrested

South Africa

a year ago

TikTok video of nanny grooving with baby strapped on her back trends

TikTok video of nanny grooving with baby strapped on her back trends

Family and Relationships

a year ago

Nigerian woman shares horrifying skin-bleaching journey with TikTok video montage of 30 pics

Nigerian woman shares horrifying skin-bleaching journey with TikTok video montage of 30 pics

Africa

a year ago

Zahara's sisters allegedly splurge on fake Gucci and Louis Vuitton items using singer's cards

Zahara's sisters allegedly splurge on fake Gucci and Louis Vuitton items using singer's cards

Celebrities

a year ago

Emotional makoti's heartbreaking farewell to her family on wedding day goes TikTok viral

Emotional makoti's heartbreaking farewell to her family on wedding day goes TikTok viral

Family and Relationships

a year ago

A TikTok video of a bride overcome with emotion on her wedding day perfectly captured the bittersweetness of leaving home. SA people could relate to her feelings.

'Umkhokha: The Curse' actress Nelisiwe Sibiya's umemulo ceremony turns heads on TikTok

'Umkhokha: The Curse' actress Nelisiwe Sibiya's umemulo ceremony turns heads on TikTok

Celebrities

a year ago

SA actress Nelisiwe Sibiya's stunning umemulo ceremony captured in a viral TikTok video displayed the beauty of the Zulu culture and rite into womanhood.

Bloemfontein woman shows fabulous friends' bank account balances in TikTok video

Bloemfontein woman shows fabulous friends' bank account balances in TikTok video

Family and Relationships

a year ago

A TikTok user exposed her friends' private financial information. The video displayed screenshots of bank balances and shocked South African netizens.

Murdah Bongz's live performance fails to impress front-row spectator in hilarious TikTok video

Murdah Bongz's live performance fails to impress front-row spectator in hilarious TikTok video

Celebrities

a year ago

A fan's hilarious and emotionless expression during Murdah Bongz's live performance has South Africans dead with laughter. The TikTok video gained traction.

Musa and Liesl take relationship goals to new heights with exciting travel announcement!

Musa and Liesl take relationship goals to new heights with exciting travel announcement!

Celebrities

a year ago

Dr Musa Mthombeni and Liesl Laurie said they are jetting off for the Christmas holidays. The celeb couple posted an Instagram video displaying their packed luggage.

Limpopo woman throws big party to celebrate son's graduation, cheerful TikTok videos win hearts

Limpopo woman throws big party to celebrate son's graduation, cheerful TikTok videos win hearts

Family and Relationships

a year ago

A Limpopo woman celebrated her son's graduation in style. She shared an uplifting TikTok video showing the family coming together to commemorate the kid's success.

EFF leader Julius Malema gifts King Misuzulu kaZwelithini herd of cows

EFF leader Julius Malema gifts King Misuzulu kaZwelithini herd of cows

Politics

a year ago

EFF leader Julius Malema raised eyebrows by gifting a herd of cattle to AmaZulu King Misuzulu kaZwelithini. The pictures drew attention on social media.

TikTok video of father teaching his son a lesson about manners resonates with Mzansi people

TikTok video of father teaching his son a lesson about manners resonates with Mzansi people

Family and Relationships

a year ago

A father reprimanded his rude son in a viral TikTok video. He lovingly corrected his behaviour and the message struck a chord with parents on social media.

TikTok video of gogo's Durban beach outing with granddaughter has SA emotional

TikTok video of gogo's Durban beach outing with granddaughter has SA emotional

Family and Relationships

a year ago

A TikTok video from a beach in Durban captured a gogo enjoying Mother Nature. The wholesome moment with the granddaughter has gone viral and touched SA people.

Hilary Sekgota