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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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Babes Wodumo defends Mampintsha's honour after Gayton McKenzie's viral video

Babes Wodumo defends Mampintsha's honour after Gayton McKenzie's viral video

Celebrities

2 years ago

Ramaphosa's video showing solidarity with the people of Palestine moves netizens

Ramaphosa's video showing solidarity with the people of Palestine moves netizens

Politics

2 years ago

SA flag will continue flying at World Cup tournaments after threat of ban, citizens relieved

SA flag will continue flying at World Cup tournaments after threat of ban, citizens relieved

Rugby

2 years ago

'The River' actress Linda Mtoba celebrates daughter's 4th birthday, shares 8 pics from party

'The River' actress Linda Mtoba celebrates daughter's 4th birthday, shares 8 pics from party

Celebrities

2 years ago

Bonang drops trailer for 'B'Dazzled' 4th episode, fans amazed by makeup-free face

Bonang drops trailer for 'B'Dazzled' 4th episode, fans amazed by makeup-free face

Celebrities

2 years ago

Gauteng Education Department says 'Dr Matthew' Lani was referred to special needs high school

Gauteng Education Department says 'Dr Matthew' Lani was referred to special needs high school

South Africa

2 years ago

Kwaggafontein mob justice results in death of 2 suspected robbers, citizens applaud

Kwaggafontein mob justice results in death of 2 suspected robbers, citizens applaud

South Africa

2 years ago

Two suspected robbers were beaten to a pulp by community members in Kwaggafontein in Mpumalanga and were later declared dead. The policed denounced the mob justice.

Israel-Palestine conflict: 2 SA victims killed by Hamas identified, citizens mourn

Israel-Palestine conflict: 2 SA victims killed by Hamas identified, citizens mourn

South Africa

2 years ago

South African Jewish Board of Deputies (SAJBD), released the names of the two South Africans who died during the Hamas attack on the Gaza strip in Israel.

'Skeem Saam' viewer plugs SA with cheap eggs sold at Charlie's spaza shop, funny video trends

'Skeem Saam' viewer plugs SA with cheap eggs sold at Charlie's spaza shop, funny video trends

People

2 years ago

A TikTok user showed how much eggs cost in the fictional world of 'Skeem Saam' in Limpopo while real South Africans have to pay expensive prices at grocery stores.

KwaZulu-Natal Tazz driver robber remains hospitalised, SA citizens want him jailed

KwaZulu-Natal Tazz driver robber remains hospitalised, SA citizens want him jailed

South Africa

2 years ago

The brazen robber who took a woman's handbag in Durban missed his court date because he is still getting medical care in the hospital. The NPA postponed the case.

'Real Housewives of Durban' star Jojo Robinson unveils new leg tattoo with 2 pictures

'Real Housewives of Durban' star Jojo Robinson unveils new leg tattoo with 2 pictures

Celebrities

2 years ago

'Real Housewives of Durban' cast member Jojo Robinson posted Instagram pictures displaying her leg sleeve tattoo. The completed work of art impressed ink lovers.

Ugandan woman herding Ankole cattle becomes TikTok sensation with 1 million views

Ugandan woman herding Ankole cattle becomes TikTok sensation with 1 million views

Africa

2 years ago

A woman's herd of Ankole cattle had TikTok users questioning her financial status. People were impressed by the healthy-looking cows that are known to be expensive.

Venda wife demonstrates how she serves husband food on payday in TikTok video

Venda wife demonstrates how she serves husband food on payday in TikTok video

Family and Relationships

2 years ago

A sneaky wife served her husband dinner like a traditional Venda woman on payday. Her tricks to get the man to cough out money went TikTok viral.

Senzo Meyiwa trial: Defence attorney says 2 accused of murder made confessions under duress

Senzo Meyiwa trial: Defence attorney says 2 accused of murder made confessions under duress

South Africa

2 years ago

The defence lawyer of two men accused of killing Senzo Meyiwa said they confessed to the crime under duress and want the trial to be postponed to consult.

Eastern Cape woman celebrates brother for building big house in rural area

Eastern Cape woman celebrates brother for building big house in rural area

Family and Relationships

2 years ago

A woman shared a TikTok video of her brother's mansion in the Eastern Cape. She expressed how proud she was of him for funding the construction of the house.

Hilary Sekgota