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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

3066 articles published since 22 Aug 2022

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South Africa withdraws from 2027 FIFA Women's World Cup bid, citizens stunned

South Africa withdraws from 2027 FIFA Women's World Cup bid, citizens stunned

Football

2 years ago

SA spots Skomota in Makhadzi's 'Mapara' music video amid Eugene Khoza drama

SA spots Skomota in Makhadzi's 'Mapara' music video amid Eugene Khoza drama

Celebrities

2 years ago

Sho Madjozi's new hair line Sparkle Braids spreads joy among South African parents

Sho Madjozi's new hair line Sparkle Braids spreads joy among South African parents

Celebrities

2 years ago

Eskom's heatwave excuse for Stage 6 loadshedding sparks scepticism

Eskom's heatwave excuse for Stage 6 loadshedding sparks scepticism

South Africa

2 years ago

Eskom goes forward with new logo tender amid public backlash, SA weighs in

South Africa

2 years ago

Orlando Pirates takesaction against Thembinkosi Lorch after GBV legal woes

Orlando Pirates takesaction against Thembinkosi Lorch after GBV legal woes

Football

2 years ago

Video of woman's painful faux locs struggle gets 6 million TikTok views

Video of woman's painful faux locs struggle gets 6 million TikTok views

People

2 years ago

A TikTok video capturing a woman's struggle with tight faux locs went viral. Many viewers could relate and they shared their own horror stories about painful braids.

Frightened tortoise pees on woman carrying it on the roadside, Mzansi amused by TikTok video

Frightened tortoise pees on woman carrying it on the roadside, Mzansi amused by TikTok video

People

2 years ago

A Limpopo woman's road trip turned into a hilarious and cute TikTok moment when a tortoise had its say. The video of the animal's behaviour went viral.

Fatal pit bull attacks rock West Coast community of Lutzville, SA horrified

Fatal pit bull attacks rock West Coast community of Lutzville, SA horrified

South Africa

2 years ago

A pack of pit bulls in Lutzville went on two separate attacks, resulting in one fatality and a person sustaining injuries. Police shared details of the incidents.

Dad amazes daughter with unforgettable school surprise in TikTok video, Mzansi swoons

Dad amazes daughter with unforgettable school surprise in TikTok video, Mzansi swoons

Family and Relationships

2 years ago

A dad stunned his daughter with a heartwarming school surprise. The sweet gesture was posted on TikTok and inspired other parents to spoil their kids.

28-Year-old woman returns to high school to upgrade matric results, TikTok video inspires thousands

28-Year-old woman returns to high school to upgrade matric results, TikTok video inspires thousands

People

2 years ago

The incredible journey of a 28-year-old woman who defied norms by returning to high school inspired South African people on the social media platform TikTok.

TikTok video of Grade R graduation party gives Mzansi the feels

TikTok video of Grade R graduation party gives Mzansi the feels

Family and Relationships

2 years ago

A TikTok user dropped the sweetest Grade R graduation video that scored 378K views. Mzansi can't get enough of the mini-grads and their dance moves.

South Africa shut Israeli embassy and sever diplomatic ties with Israel over Gaza conflict

South Africa shut Israeli embassy and sever diplomatic ties with Israel over Gaza conflict

South Africa

2 years ago

South Africa's parliament decided to close the Israeli embassy and suspend diplomatic ties until a ceasefire is agreed upon in Israel's conflict with Hamas.

TikTok video melts hearts as daughter honours dad on graduation day

TikTok video melts hearts as daughter honours dad on graduation day

Family and Relationships

2 years ago

A TikTok video showed a daughter's heartfelt graduation gesture to her dad. The wholesome father-daughter moment tugged at people's heartstrings.

Makoti kneels down to offer husband water, TikTok video leaves peeps curious

Makoti kneels down to offer husband water, TikTok video leaves peeps curious

Family and Relationships

2 years ago

A TikTok video displayed the beauty of tradition and love as a makoti served her Zulu husband like a king. The sweet clip gave insight into the cultural practice.

Hilary Sekgota