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

3067 articles published since 22 Aug 2022

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2 Pretoria varsity students go ghost mode in side-splitting TikTok video prank

2 Pretoria varsity students go ghost mode in side-splitting TikTok video prank

Family and Relationships

2 years ago

SAPS officer rocking Unisa graduation gown with police uniform in TikTok video earns Mzansi's praise

SAPS officer rocking Unisa graduation gown with police uniform in TikTok video earns Mzansi's praise

Women Empowerment

2 years ago

Gauteng woman's snake encounter at animal sanctuary goes TikTok viral

Gauteng woman's snake encounter at animal sanctuary goes TikTok viral

People

2 years ago

Sneaker reseller uses profits to build mom new house, TikTok video inspires Mzansi

Sneaker reseller uses profits to build mom new house, TikTok video inspires Mzansi

Women Empowerment

2 years ago

Somizi’s ex Mohale Motaung sparks engagement rumours with proposal video

Somizi’s ex Mohale Motaung sparks engagement rumours with proposal video

Celebrities

2 years ago

Julius Malema calls for clean election campaign, urges EFF members to avoid violence

Julius Malema calls for clean election campaign, urges EFF members to avoid violence

South Africa

2 years ago

'DiepCity' star Lebohang Mpyana laid to rest, TikTok video of funeral moves SA

'DiepCity' star Lebohang Mpyana laid to rest, TikTok video of funeral moves SA

Celebrities

2 years ago

South Africa mourned the loss of 'DiepCity' actress Lebohang Lettie Mpyana who passed away at 34. Funeral footage surfaced, leaving fans devastated.

Cape Town residents march against Palestine attacks, call for closure of Israeli embassy

Cape Town residents march against Palestine attacks, call for closure of Israeli embassy

South Africa

2 years ago

Thousands of South African people protested in Cape Town and urged President Cyril Ramaphosa to close Israel's embassy in solidarity with Palestine.

Sports superfan Mama Joy gets lavished with Gucci gifts and jewellery from her man

Sports superfan Mama Joy gets lavished with Gucci gifts and jewellery from her man

Family and Relationships

2 years ago

South African sports enthusiast Mama Joy sparked an online buzz with Gucci gifts and her mysterious French boyfriend. She posted snaps of her boyfriend on Twitter.

Sibanye-Stillwater employee arrested for brutal murder of colleague in Westonaria

Sibanye-Stillwater employee arrested for brutal murder of colleague in Westonaria

South Africa

2 years ago

A Sibanye-Stillwater employee was arrested for stabbing a colleague to death in Westonaria. The disturbing video circulated on social media, leaving SA in shock.

Zimbabwean woman flees as mutilated body discovered in suitcase in Benoni

Zimbabwean woman flees as mutilated body discovered in suitcase in Benoni

South Africa

2 years ago

The police launched a manhunt for a 33-year-old Zimbabwean woman linked to a disturbing murder in Benoni's Wattville, where a body was discovered in a suitcase.

Limpopo police track down suspect involved in 2019 cash-in-transit heist, SA applauds

Limpopo police track down suspect involved in 2019 cash-in-transit heist, SA applauds

South Africa

2 years ago

Limpopo police made a significant breakthrough, arresting a G4S heist suspect involved in a 2019 heist. The man faces charges of robbery and attempted murder.

Makhadzi’s alleged Facebook post about suicide raises concern among fans: “Someone check up on her”

Makhadzi’s alleged Facebook post about suicide raises concern among fans: “Someone check up on her”

Celebrities

2 years ago

Screenshots of Makhadzi's suicide Facebook post circulated online sparking worries among fans. Support flooded for the SA singer as people hoped the singer is well.

Talented woman creates handmade sandal masterpieces, video clocks 1.9rm views

Talented woman creates handmade sandal masterpieces, video clocks 1.9rm views

Women Empowerment

2 years ago

A young artisan showcased her crafting skills on TikTok with her handmade sandals. With 1.9 million views, netizens were captivated by her talent.

'Big Brother Mzansi' winner Mpho Wabadimo's single 'Bonga' sends fans into frenzy

'Big Brother Mzansi' winner Mpho Wabadimo's single 'Bonga' sends fans into frenzy

Celebrities

2 years ago

Traditional healer and 'Big Brother Mzansi' winner Mpho Wabadimo's new song 'Bonga' released on 10 November is making waves on Twitter. Fans celebrated her growth.

Hilary Sekgota