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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

3068 articles published since 22 Aug 2022

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5 clever SA preschoolers impress the internet with knowledge of the Rainbow Nation

5 clever SA preschoolers impress the internet with knowledge of the Rainbow Nation

People

2 years ago

Hardworking man in overalls buys Hyundai, TikTok video garners SA's praise

Hardworking man in overalls buys Hyundai, TikTok video garners SA's praise

Cars and Tech

2 years ago

Rugby World Cup: Nienaber says Springboks can still bring trophy home, SA suggests changes

Rugby World Cup: Nienaber says Springboks can still bring trophy home, SA suggests changes

Rugby

2 years ago

Heritage Day: Minnie Dlamini stuns in gorgeous skin showing traditional Zulu outfit

Heritage Day: Minnie Dlamini stuns in gorgeous skin showing traditional Zulu outfit

Celebrities

2 years ago

South Africa mourns 8 lives lost in tragic N1 accident in Botlokwa Limpopo

South Africa mourns 8 lives lost in tragic N1 accident in Botlokwa Limpopo

South Africa

2 years ago

'The Masked Singer SA' detective Sithelo Shozi shows off R1.8 million Porsche Cayenne in Insta video

'The Masked Singer SA' detective Sithelo Shozi shows off R1.8 million Porsche Cayenne in Insta video

Cars and Tech

2 years ago

King Misuzulu shares plans for the future of AmaZulu leadership following Buthelezi's passing

King Misuzulu shares plans for the future of AmaZulu leadership following Buthelezi's passing

South Africa

2 years ago

AmaZulu King Misuzulu kaZwelithini gave a speech at the Shaka Day celebrations in KwaDukuza in KwaZulu-Natal. He also expressed his grief for Mangosuthu Buthelezi.

Heritage Day: Coloured students represent their culture by rocking pyjamas

Heritage Day: Coloured students represent their culture by rocking pyjamas

People

2 years ago

A TikTok video of coloured high school students wearing pyjamas for Heritage Day has gone viral. Mzansi said it depicted a perfect representation of coloured people.

SA devastated by Ireland's victory over Springboks in World Cup showdown

SA devastated by Ireland's victory over Springboks in World Cup showdown

Rugby

2 years ago

Ireland defeated the Springboks in a nail-biting rugby World Cup Match in Paris. The game result upset South Africans, who expected a better performance.

Brave girl catches rat in house while family panics, TikTok video clocks 1 million views

Brave girl catches rat in house while family panics, TikTok video clocks 1 million views

Family and Relationships

2 years ago

A young child rescued her family from a rat in their house. She fearlessly trapped the tail and caught the rodent with a plastic bag, as seen in a TikTok video.

Missing magistrate found dead in Lesotho, SA disturbed by husband's implication

Missing magistrate found dead in Lesotho, SA disturbed by husband's implication

Africa

2 years ago

Regional Court Magistrate Mamello Thamae's lifeless body was discovered in the boot of her vehicle in Mokhotlong in Lesotho after she was reported missing.

Rugby World Cup 2023: SA rallies behind Springboks ahead of match against Ireland

Rugby World Cup 2023: SA rallies behind Springboks ahead of match against Ireland

Rugby

2 years ago

The Springboks will face the top ranked team Ireland in a bid to defend their title as the World champions. South Africans extended their support to Bokke.

Mbalula tells Contralesa to be weary of corrupt politicians, SA drags minister

Mbalula tells Contralesa to be weary of corrupt politicians, SA drags minister

Politics

2 years ago

African National Congress (ANC) Secretary-General Fikile Mbalula gave a speech in honour of Inkosi Mhlabunzima Maphumulo in Camperdown KwaZulu-Natal.

China honours Bheki Cele for ensuring safety during BRICS summit, SA stunned

China honours Bheki Cele for ensuring safety during BRICS summit, SA stunned

Politics

2 years ago

South African Police Minister Bheki Cele was honoured with the Great Wall Commemorative Medal by China for ensuring the safety of Chinese citizens in SA.

SABC removes soapies from DStv Catch Up, viewers rate SABC Plus app

SABC removes soapies from DStv Catch Up, viewers rate SABC Plus app

South Africa

2 years ago

The SABC has removed its shows from MultiChoice's streaming platform DStv Catch Up. The state broadcaster asked viewers to download the SABC Plus App.

Hilary Sekgota