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

Mzansi’s favourite teacher Mrs Bullock shows off her new car on TikTok

Mzansi’s favourite teacher Mrs Bullock shows off her new car on TikTok

Cars and Tech

a year ago

Springboks' player Ox Nché and Putco Mafani have a dance-off in a viral TikTok video

Springboks' player Ox Nché and Putco Mafani have a dance-off in a viral TikTok video

People

a year ago

SAMAs 2023: Kelly Khumalo goes on vulgar rant after losing to Ntokozo Mbambo

SAMAs 2023: Kelly Khumalo goes on vulgar rant after losing to Ntokozo Mbambo

Celebrities

a year ago

Makhadzi and Skomota bring the house down at SAMAs, energetic performance trends

Makhadzi and Skomota bring the house down at SAMAs, energetic performance trends

Celebrities

a year ago

IEC registration weekend: Julius Malema challenges idea of youth voter apathy

IEC registration weekend: Julius Malema challenges idea of youth voter apathy

South Africa

a year ago

Tyla and Travis Scott spotted vibing to 'Water' remix, video gets SA buzzing

Tyla and Travis Scott spotted vibing to 'Water' remix, video gets SA buzzing

Celebrities

a year ago

South African man wows with unique farm marriage proposal, TikTok video gets 2 million views

South African man wows with unique farm marriage proposal, TikTok video gets 2 million views

Family and Relationships

a year ago

A South African man's heartwarming marriage proposal went TikTok-viral. The unique farm engagement video with cows in the background left the Mzansi ladies swooning.

President Cyril Ramaphosa marks 71st birthday with vision for SA, citizens celebrate online

President Cyril Ramaphosa marks 71st birthday with vision for SA, citizens celebrate online

South Africa

a year ago

President Cyril Ramaphosa celebrated his 71st birthday with a wish for South Africa. He said he wants to see progress in addressing unemployment and crime.

Diddy and Cassie swiftly settle sexual assault lawsuit, fans in disbelief: “The guy is guilty”

Diddy and Cassie swiftly settle sexual assault lawsuit, fans in disbelief: “The guy is guilty”

Celebrities

a year ago

Sean 'Diddy' Combs and singer Cassie settled a lawsuit involving abuse allegations a day after it was filed. People believe he must be guilty if he gave in so fast.

Kaizer Motaung asks Kaizer Chiefs supporters for patience while working on Amakhosi revival

Kaizer Motaung asks Kaizer Chiefs supporters for patience while working on Amakhosi revival

Football

a year ago

Kaizer Chiefs founder Kaizer Motaung appealed for patience from fans amid criticism. He emphasised the need for understanding during the club's quest for revival.

Israel-Palestine war: US and UK join forces to hit Hamas with new wave of sanctions

Israel-Palestine war: US and UK join forces to hit Hamas with new wave of sanctions

US

a year ago

In response to the deadly attack in Israel, the US and UK intensified sanctions on Hamas, aiming to cripple funding. Key officials and supporters were targeted.

Video of Venda wedding takes TikTok by storm with cultural spectacle and traditional outfits

Video of Venda wedding takes TikTok by storm with cultural spectacle and traditional outfits

Family and Relationships

a year ago

A Venda wedding TikTok video captivated viewers with traditional outfits and cultural rituals. SA people expressed admiration for the rich beauty of Venda culture.

Will Smith accused of fornicating with Duane Martin by former assistant, video goes viral

Will Smith accused of fornicating with Duane Martin by former assistant, video goes viral

Celebrities

a year ago

Brother Billaal revealed shocking allegations about Will Smith and Duane Martin. The former assistant claimed the Holywood actors had sexual relations in the past.

A Grade 7 pupil's electrifying amapiano dance on a school bus gets 1.9 million TikTok views

A Grade 7 pupil's electrifying amapiano dance on a school bus gets 1.9 million TikTok views

People

a year ago

A Grade 7 pupil's electrifying amapiano dance on a school bus went viral on TikTok. The video clocked over 1 million views and featured the girl's hype classmates.

Woman's hilarious bid to protect new Omoda C5 Lux S goes TikTok viral

Woman's hilarious bid to protect new Omoda C5 Lux S goes TikTok viral

Cars and Tech

a year ago

Mzansi erupted in laughter as a woman went to extreme lengths to safeguard her new Omoda C5 Lux S from potential thieves. The TikTok video became a viral sensation.

Hilary Sekgota