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Johana Mukandila

Education: National Diploma in Journalism CPUT( 2020-2023); Google News Initiative training (2024)

Experience: Journalist Intern at Bonzia Media (2021), Journalist Intern at UN High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) (2022), Journalist Intern at PAICTA (2022), Journalist at BONA Magazine (2022-2023) and Writer at Briefly News (2023- present).

Johana Tshidibi Mukandila has been a Human Interest Reporter at Briefly News since 2023. She has over four years of experience as a multimedia journalist. Johana holds a national diploma in journalism from the Cape Peninsula University Of Technology (2023). She has worked at the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees, PAICTA, BONA Magazine and Albella Music Production. She is currently furthering her education in journalism at the CPUT. She has passed a set of trainings from Google News Initiative. Reach her at johana.mukandila@briefly.co.za

3103 articles published since 21 Dec 2023

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"Genius": Cape Town driver amused by takeaway coffee service while stuck in traffic, SA raves

"Genius": Cape Town driver amused by takeaway coffee service while stuck in traffic, SA raves

People

3 months ago

Hand model earns R45,270.40 a day thanks to "the most beautiful hands in the world"

Hand model earns R45,270.40 a day thanks to "the most beautiful hands in the world"

People

3 months ago

"I almost peed my pants": Daughter shares hilarious iPhone fail after mom rewards her for passing

"I almost peed my pants": Daughter shares hilarious iPhone fail after mom rewards her for passing

People

3 months ago

"Very cute": Mzansi woman shows off budget-friendly ‘Lululemon dupe’ at Jam store, leaving SA raving

"Very cute": Mzansi woman shows off budget-friendly ‘Lululemon dupe’ at Jam store, leaving SA raving

People

3 months ago

"Disgusting": Snake catcher shares surprising discovery of carpet python in shower, netizens react

"Disgusting": Snake catcher shares surprising discovery of carpet python in shower, netizens react

People

3 months ago

"Yuck, too scary": Woman’s giant pet snake leaves SA stunned as it curls into her hair and body

"Yuck, too scary": Woman’s giant pet snake leaves SA stunned as it curls into her hair and body

People

3 months ago

"Cleaning stuff": South Africans confused by woman’s choice of items during trolley dash

"Cleaning stuff": South Africans confused by woman’s choice of items during trolley dash

People

3 months ago

A South African woman’s unusual trolley dash picks sparked debate online, as her unexpected strategy left viewers divided and turned the moment viral.

“Boss mama”: Mzansi is impressed by SA woman’s high-speed one-minute trolley dash

“Boss mama”: Mzansi is impressed by SA woman’s high-speed one-minute trolley dash

People

3 months ago

A Mzansi woman wowed viewers with her high-speed one-minute trolley dash, impressing crowds and earning praise online for her sharp strategy and unstoppable hustle.

Woman shows off impressive 4C hair growth, shares routine after viral video hits 6.5 million views

Woman shows off impressive 4C hair growth, shares routine after viral video hits 6.5 million views

People

3 months ago

A Mzansi woman wowed TikTok with her stunning 4C Afro, sharing her simple hair-growth routine after her viral video hit 6.5M views and sparked massive praise.

Dad’s heartwarming iPhone surprise for daughter’s school achievement melts hearts online

Dad’s heartwarming iPhone surprise for daughter’s school achievement melts hearts online

Family and Relationships

3 months ago

A proud dad’s emotional surprise for his daughter’s excellent school performance melts hearts as their touching moment wins praise across social media.

"That's crazy": Man wrestles massive snake in the wild, leaving Mzansi stunned by video

"That's crazy": Man wrestles massive snake in the wild, leaving Mzansi stunned by video

People

3 months ago

A man’s intense snake encounter in the wild shocked online users, sparking reactions worldwide as viewers praised his bravery and questioned the risks of the moment.

"You killed it": Woman’s ‘model vs reality’ fashion dress reveal leaves Mzansi gushing

"You killed it": Woman’s ‘model vs reality’ fashion dress reveal leaves Mzansi gushing

People

3 months ago

A woman wowed online users with her stunning yellow dress try-on, perfectly matching the model’s look and earning praise for her confidence and flawless fit.

SA woman showcases stylish summer dresses from Legit, impresses fashion lovers online

SA woman showcases stylish summer dresses from Legit, impresses fashion lovers online

People

3 months ago

A SA woman showcased two stylish and affordable summer dresses from Legit, impressing viewers with chic looks perfect for warm-weather outings and events.

"She’s such a star": SA woman’s 1-minute trolley dash performance sparks wave of reactions online

"She’s such a star": SA woman’s 1-minute trolley dash performance sparks wave of reactions online

People

3 months ago

A SA woman impressed the internet with her lightning-fast 1-minute trolley dash, filling her cart with essentials and ending with a joyful dance that wowed viewers.

"Man of the match": Man’s fast and furious trolley dash leaves South Africa amazed

"Man of the match": Man’s fast and furious trolley dash leaves South Africa amazed

People

3 months ago

A man in South Africa amazed social media with his lightning-fast trolley dash, packing multiple carts with precision and speed in a now-viral supermarket video.

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