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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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TikTok video of toddler's epic transformation at school leaves Mzansi in stitches

TikTok video of toddler's epic transformation at school leaves Mzansi in stitches

Family and Relationships

2 years ago

Heartwarming TikTok video shows dad teaching daughter to drive, expert warns on risks

Heartwarming TikTok video shows dad teaching daughter to drive, expert warns on risks

Family and Relationships

2 years ago

Woman unveils affordable home appliances and bedsheets, shares TikTok video

Woman unveils affordable home appliances and bedsheets, shares TikTok video

People

2 years ago

SA woman thrilled with 2 stunning dresses in surprise package from Khosi Nkosi, TikTok video trends

SA woman thrilled with 2 stunning dresses in surprise package from Khosi Nkosi, TikTok video trends

People

2 years ago

Dazzling unity: 3 High school girls' TikTok dance breaks barriers and celebrates diversity

Dazzling unity: 3 High school girls' TikTok dance breaks barriers and celebrates diversity

People

2 years ago

Mzansi granddad spends precious moment with granddaughter in TikTok video

Mzansi granddad spends precious moment with granddaughter in TikTok video

Family and Relationships

2 years ago

South African woman celebrates instant job offer, shares TikTok video

South African woman celebrates instant job offer, shares TikTok video

Women Empowerment

2 years ago

A woman revealed in a TikTok video that she landed a job immediately after her interview. SA reacted with congratulatory messages, wanting her to help them apply.

Makoti's heartwarming relationship with In-laws breaks stereotypes, shares TikTok video

Makoti's heartwarming relationship with In-laws breaks stereotypes, shares TikTok video

Family and Relationships

2 years ago

A TikTok video of a makoti's family cooking for her has gone viral. The clip shows men and women catering for their daughter-in-law, leaving Mzansi impressed.

Remarkable weight loss journey: Woman sheds 60kg in 8 months, sparks curiosity

Remarkable weight loss journey: Woman sheds 60kg in 8 months, sparks curiosity

People

2 years ago

A video of a woman's weight loss transformation sparked curiosity and admiration in Mzansi. Her clip is a symbol of hope for those on their health journeys.

Touching birthday surprise: Mzansi woman's partner creates unforgettable day

Touching birthday surprise: Mzansi woman's partner creates unforgettable day

Family and Relationships

2 years ago

A woman's emotional reaction to her birthday surprise was captured in a trending TikTok video. Her partner's cute gesture has touched the hearts of people in Mzansi.

Tour of a jaw-dropping R125 million Cape Town mansion stuns SA, shares TikTok video

Tour of a jaw-dropping R125 million Cape Town mansion stuns SA, shares TikTok video

Business and Economy

2 years ago

A TikTok video of a magnificent house located in Bishopscourt, Cape Town has gone viral. Mzansi is in awe of the architectural design, aesthetic and interior.

Adrenaline overdrive: Man wrestles playfully with lion, stirring mixed reactions

Adrenaline overdrive: Man wrestles playfully with lion, stirring mixed reactions

People

2 years ago

A Facebook video of a man playfully wrestling a lion has gone viral. The daring encounter amused adrenaline junkies and sparked mixed reactions among South Africans.

Dance fever: Adorable couple takes TikTok by storm with heartwarming moves

Dance fever: Adorable couple takes TikTok by storm with heartwarming moves

Family and Relationships

2 years ago

A TikTok video of a beautiful couple dancing has gone viral. The dazzling duo showed Mzansi how they groove together. Peeps are in awe as they react to the clip.

Mzansi wowed by young lady's transformation of her new dirty flat

Mzansi wowed by young lady's transformation of her new dirty flat

People

2 years ago

A TikTok video of a lady deep cleaning her new apartment is going viral, sparking admiration for her cleaning skills. Netizens are impressed by her domestic prowess.

Single mom's triumph: From job hunt struggles to entrepreneurial success, SA inspired

Single mom's triumph: From job hunt struggles to entrepreneurial success, SA inspired

Women Empowerment

2 years ago

A single mom's triumphant journey from job search struggles to opening her own business has inspired Mzansi, proving that dreams are achievable against all odds.

Johana Mukandila