Best News & Entertainment '24

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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.

Transnet sets sights on clearing backlog of Durban port's cargo by 2024

Transnet sets sights on clearing backlog of Durban port's cargo by 2024

South Africa

2 years ago

Transnet announced its plans to potentially clear the Durban port backlog of 70,000 containers by next year. It said its contingency measures are already in motion.

Parliament pushes for SONA ban on Malema and EFF MPs amidst disciplinary hearing

Parliament pushes for SONA ban on Malema and EFF MPs amidst disciplinary hearing

South Africa

2 years ago

Parliament intensified its legal action against Julius Malema and six EFF MPs, seeking to bar them from next year's State of the Nation Address (SONA).

Durban woman celebrates becoming first pilot in her family, TikTok video touches Mzansi

Durban woman celebrates becoming first pilot in her family, TikTok video touches Mzansi

Family and Relationships

2 years ago

A young woman's hard work paid off and made history in her family by becoming the first pilot. She posted a TikTok video that captured her celebration.

Legendary Ndebele artist Dr Esther Mahlangu shows celebrations of 88th birthday on TikTok

Legendary Ndebele artist Dr Esther Mahlangu shows celebrations of 88th birthday on TikTok

Family and Relationships

2 years ago

Dive into a tapestry of tradition and celebration as TikTok lights up with Dr. Esther Mahlangu's vibrant 88th birthday bash, the festive videos went viral.

Rami Chuene and Thandiswa Mazwai show Ntokozo Mbambo love after bagging 3 SAMAs

Rami Chuene and Thandiswa Mazwai show Ntokozo Mbambo love after bagging 3 SAMAs

Celebrities

2 years ago

Rami Chuene and Thandiswa Mazwai stood strong with Ntokozo Mbambo during SAMAs controversy started by Kelly Khumalo. They congratulated the gospel singer.

SA man who pays R6k monthly girlfriend allowance finds out gf is cheating in viral TikTok video

SA man who pays R6k monthly girlfriend allowance finds out gf is cheating in viral TikTok video

Family and Relationships

2 years ago

Joseph Dary exposed a cheating woman on his popular YouTube show and a video of the heated confrontation with the boyfriend went viral on social media.

Julius Malema and EFF MPs leave SONA hearing abruptly, SA not surprised

Julius Malema and EFF MPs leave SONA hearing abruptly, SA not surprised

Politics

2 years ago

Julius Malema and EFF MPs, facing charges for storming the Sona stage, walk out of a parliamentary hearing. Tensions rose when their lawyer asked for a postponement.

Hilary Sekgota