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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

Author's articles

"That's a cry of grief": Woman intervenes after hearing distressing sounds from neighbour's house

"That's a cry of grief": Woman intervenes after hearing distressing sounds from neighbour's house

People

a year ago

"Deep down she's not satisfied": Salon prank leaves client masking her true feelings, SA in stitches

"Deep down she's not satisfied": Salon prank leaves client masking her true feelings, SA in stitches

People

a year ago

"I can't drive": Woman's driving anxiety captured at Hyundai Cape Town dealership in viral video

"I can't drive": Woman's driving anxiety captured at Hyundai Cape Town dealership in viral video

People

a year ago

"Sorry it's not promising": Woman shows journey of getting a new swimming pool, SA in disbelief

"Sorry it's not promising": Woman shows journey of getting a new swimming pool, SA in disbelief

People

a year ago

Sneaky man uncovers surprising truths in girlfriend’s WhatsApp, video sparks heated debate

Sneaky man uncovers surprising truths in girlfriend’s WhatsApp, video sparks heated debate

Family and Relationships

a year ago

"Perfect car for a student": Matriculant gets epic surprise after passing his exams, SA impressed

"Perfect car for a student": Matriculant gets epic surprise after passing his exams, SA impressed

Family and Relationships

a year ago

"My father’s investment in flames": Ekurhuleni woman devastated by house fire and shares video

"My father’s investment in flames": Ekurhuleni woman devastated by house fire and shares video

Family and Relationships

a year ago

Ekurhuleni woman shares heartbreaking video of family home fire and gratitude for neighbours who saved her dad. Mzansi rallies with comfort and love.

"At least he told you": Woman vents about boyfriend’s startling betrayal, video sparks opinions

"At least he told you": Woman vents about boyfriend’s startling betrayal, video sparks opinions

Family and Relationships

a year ago

A woman shared her heartbreak story of discovering her boyfriend’s secret wedding plans, leaving Mzansi TikTok users stunned and debating mjolo drama.

'Imagine you have visitors": Woman left devastated after new air fryer fails her chips expectations

'Imagine you have visitors": Woman left devastated after new air fryer fails her chips expectations

People

a year ago

A woman’s TikTok post about her disappointing air fryer experience has netizens in stitches. Viewers offered tips and joked about her the meal came out.

"R150k gone": Woman overwhelmed by roofing costs for her newly built house, video sparks debate

"R150k gone": Woman overwhelmed by roofing costs for her newly built house, video sparks debate

People

a year ago

A woman shared her R150k roofing costs for her under-construction home on TikTok. It sparked conversations about the high price of building materials.

"The goat": Zimele Secondary celebrates top matric achiever Sbusiso Buthelezi in heartwarming video

"The goat": Zimele Secondary celebrates top matric achiever Sbusiso Buthelezi in heartwarming video

People

a year ago

Sbusiso Buthelezi was celebrated by Zimele Secondary for overcoming challenges like power outages to become one of South Africa's top matric achievers.

"Making us look bad": Video of girlfriend’s PlayStation 5 gift to boyfriend causes online buzz

"Making us look bad": Video of girlfriend’s PlayStation 5 gift to boyfriend causes online buzz

Family and Relationships

a year ago

A TikTok video of a boyfriend’s over-the-top reaction to his PS5 birthday gift from his girlfriend sparked debates about gift-giving expectations in relatiosnhips.

"Won't attend free public schools": Mom pens fiery letter to baby daddy about their kids' upbringing

"Won't attend free public schools": Mom pens fiery letter to baby daddy about their kids' upbringing

Family and Relationships

a year ago

A mom’s emotional letter to her twins’ father about their upbringing and education sparked TikTok debates about public schools and parenting responsibilities.

"Even men are scared": Port Elizabeth man's crime paranoia has SA people cracking up

"Even men are scared": Port Elizabeth man's crime paranoia has SA people cracking up

People

a year ago

A Port Elizabeth man’s cautious sprint after mistaking someone behind him for a thief left TikTok buzzing. Mzansi debated his quick reaction shown in a video.

"South Africans are the best": Strangers celebrate newlyweds at Home Affairs, video warms hearts

"South Africans are the best": Strangers celebrate newlyweds at Home Affairs, video warms hearts

Family and Relationships

a year ago

A Home Affairs couple’s special day turned unforgettable when strangers celebrated their love with an impromptu song and dance. The video melted hearts on TikTok.

Hilary Sekgota