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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

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Springboks RWC: Mama Joy returns from France to cheering airport crowd, TikTok video trends

Springboks RWC: Mama Joy returns from France to cheering airport crowd, TikTok video trends

Rugby

2 years ago

SA mourns the death of Nompilo Dlamini after long battle with Cystic Fibrosis

SA mourns the death of Nompilo Dlamini after long battle with Cystic Fibrosis

South Africa

2 years ago

'Umkhokha' actress Hope Mbhele shares glimpse of France trip and Springboks RWC celebrations

'Umkhokha' actress Hope Mbhele shares glimpse of France trip and Springboks RWC celebrations

Celebrities

2 years ago

Shape of sheep skopo terrifies 2 men, spooky TikTok video Leaves SA howling

Shape of sheep skopo terrifies 2 men, spooky TikTok video Leaves SA howling

People

2 years ago

Cape Town woman finally meets US bae who flew to SA for her bday in TikTok video

Cape Town woman finally meets US bae who flew to SA for her bday in TikTok video

Family and Relationships

2 years ago

Johannesburg woman plugs parents with Quantum minibus taxi toys in TikTok video

Johannesburg woman plugs parents with Quantum minibus taxi toys in TikTok video

Family and Relationships

2 years ago

TikTok video of living room makeover achieved in 3 months, inspires home improvement projects

TikTok video of living room makeover achieved in 3 months, inspires home improvement projects

People

2 years ago

A man decorated his lounge area and showed he transformed the area in a TikTok video. Netizens were impressed with the outcome of the interior decorations

Benoni woman shows R4,000 grocery haul from Checkers, Pick n Pay and Woolies

Benoni woman shows R4,000 grocery haul from Checkers, Pick n Pay and Woolies

People

2 years ago

A South African woman posted a TikTok video showing her monthly groceries from three retail stores. She shared price checking tips for maximise savings.

Springboks' captain Siya Kolisi's RWC success sparks victory march in Gqeberha hometown

Springboks' captain Siya Kolisi's RWC success sparks victory march in Gqeberha hometown

Rugby

2 years ago

Emsengeni Primary School in the Eastern Cape planned a victory parade for the Springboks captain Siya Kolisi in the streets of Zwide to express their pride.

'Skeem Saam' actor Hungani and Stephanie Ndlovu live it up in Paris during RWC

'Skeem Saam' actor Hungani and Stephanie Ndlovu live it up in Paris during RWC

Celebrities

2 years ago

Celebrity couple Hungani and Stephanie jetted to Paris France to celebrate the actress' birthday and catch the 2023 Rugby World Cup hype up close.

2 Mzansi girls slay opera song with angelic voices, TikTok video clocks 374k views

2 Mzansi girls slay opera song with angelic voices, TikTok video clocks 374k views

Family and Relationships

2 years ago

Two South African high school learners showed off their singing skills in a TikTok video. They sang a popular opera song and their vocal range impressed people.

SA man surprises girlfriend with public marriage proposal, TikTok video intrigues Mzansi

SA man surprises girlfriend with public marriage proposal, TikTok video intrigues Mzansi

Family and Relationships

2 years ago

A South African man unexpectedly proposed to his girlfriend while they were out on lunch. He captured the sweet moment on camera and shared the video on TikTok.

Springboks: TikTok video of Mzansi kids impersonating rugby players goes viral

Springboks: TikTok video of Mzansi kids impersonating rugby players goes viral

Family and Relationships

2 years ago

A group of South African children from diverse backgrounds stole people's hearts with their Springboks outfits. The kids were vibing to 'Sister Bethina'.

Springboks celebrations: Woman loses inhibitions after DJ drops 'Nkalakatha'

Springboks celebrations: Woman loses inhibitions after DJ drops 'Nkalakatha'

Family and Relationships

2 years ago

A Mzansi woman performed a lit dance to Mandoza's hit song 'Nkalakatha'for Springboks supporters. The video energised South Africans on TikTok and went viral.

Springbok players Faf de Klerk, Steven Kitshoff and 2 others show off soccer skills

Springbok players Faf de Klerk, Steven Kitshoff and 2 others show off soccer skills

Football

2 years ago

Four Springbok players went TikTok viral for their impressive juggling skills. The rugby stars passed the ball around like professional soccer players.

Hilary Sekgota