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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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Carling Knockout Cup 2023: Natasha Thahane seemingly dubs Thebinkosi Lorch the GOAT

Carling Knockout Cup 2023: Natasha Thahane seemingly dubs Thebinkosi Lorch the GOAT

Celebrities

2 years ago

Hardworking boy gets paid 50c for washing rubbish bins, TikTok video garners Mzansi's respect

Hardworking boy gets paid 50c for washing rubbish bins, TikTok video garners Mzansi's respect

Family and Relationships

2 years ago

Springboks captain Siya Kolisi's emotional pledge to fight for South Africa moves citizens

Springboks captain Siya Kolisi's emotional pledge to fight for South Africa moves citizens

Rugby

2 years ago

Johannesburg taxi passenger's cat with huge personality leaves SA shook in viral video

Johannesburg taxi passenger's cat with huge personality leaves SA shook in viral video

People

2 years ago

Roodepoort Grade 3 student dies after allegedly eating spaza shop biscuits, SA outraged

Roodepoort Grade 3 student dies after allegedly eating spaza shop biscuits, SA outraged

South Africa

2 years ago

5 TikTok videos showing last-minute Woolies birthday cake decorations that amazed Mzansi

5 TikTok videos showing last-minute Woolies birthday cake decorations that amazed Mzansi

People

2 years ago

4 Romantic surprise videos that went TikTok-viral and wowed Mzansi people

4 Romantic surprise videos that went TikTok-viral and wowed Mzansi people

Family and Relationships

2 years ago

Spouses expressed their love with grand romantic gestures for their partners. Two relationship experts gave tips for planning thoughtful surprises.

Woman gives small apartment balcony a facelift, decor TikTok video wow SA

Woman gives small apartment balcony a facelift, decor TikTok video wow SA

People

2 years ago

A small balcony decor video was posted by a creative SA woman on TikTok. She demonstrated how she elevated the look with outdoor furniture, plants and faux grass.

Limpopo boyfriend's food prank takes girlfriend on emotional rollercoaster, video gets 1.4m views

Limpopo boyfriend's food prank takes girlfriend on emotional rollercoaster, video gets 1.4m views

Family and Relationships

2 years ago

A man surprised his girlfriend at her workplace with lunch. Her heartwarming reaction to the food made their TikTok video go viral and restored faith in love.

Estate agent's RDP house sale TikTok video sparks questions from Mzansi people

Estate agent's RDP house sale TikTok video sparks questions from Mzansi people

People

2 years ago

The sale of an RDP house shown on TikTok shocked South Africans who enquired about the legalities of buying the homes intended to underprivileged citizens.

Man cooks milk stout pap for friends, unique recipe stuns Mzansi peeps on TikTok

Man cooks milk stout pap for friends, unique recipe stuns Mzansi peeps on TikTok

Family and Relationships

2 years ago

A pap cooking video went TikTok viral. It shows a man cooking pap with Castle Milk Stout instead of water. South Africans were stunned by the unique recipe.

Bloemfontein woman arrives at boyfriend's place without warning, video of his reaction trends

Bloemfontein woman arrives at boyfriend's place without warning, video of his reaction trends

Family and Relationships

2 years ago

A woman in Bloemfontein pulled an epic surprise on her boyfriend. She arrived at his place without warming and the man loved it and swooped her off her feet.

American woman reviews Chicken Licken hot wings, reaction video gets Mzansi talking

American woman reviews Chicken Licken hot wings, reaction video gets Mzansi talking

People

2 years ago

A US tourist in South Africa posted a review video of Chicken Licken's hot wings on her TikTok. Her reaction went viral and people loved her honest opinion.

Bloemfontein woman sleeps on apartment floor after spending money on deposit and rent, video trends

Bloemfontein woman sleeps on apartment floor after spending money on deposit and rent, video trends

People

2 years ago

A woman who just moved into an apartment shared that she has no money for furniture. She posted a video of her sleeping on the floor and it went viral on TikTok.

Matric student's desperate attempt to save his torn shoes with super glue goes viral

Matric student's desperate attempt to save his torn shoes with super glue goes viral

People

2 years ago

A video of a Grade 12 student wearing torn shoes that were patched up with super glue and pegs went viral. People agreed that it was pointless to buy new ones.

Hilary Sekgota