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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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Young woman’s monthly grocery haul with prices amazes South Africans, shares video

Young woman’s monthly grocery haul with prices amazes South Africans, shares video

People

4 months ago

Woman plugs South Africans up with Mr Price summer dresses, Mzansi raves: "I’m so in love"

Woman plugs South Africans up with Mr Price summer dresses, Mzansi raves: "I’m so in love"

People

4 months ago

"Can’t lie, it's fire": Mzansi reacts to young woman’s emotional luxury car reveal in viral video

"Can’t lie, it's fire": Mzansi reacts to young woman’s emotional luxury car reveal in viral video

People

4 months ago

Snake expert issues warning to South Africans over harmless-looking snake with nasty bite

Snake expert issues warning to South Africans over harmless-looking snake with nasty bite

People

4 months ago

"Cool outfits": Fashion-forward SA gents impress Mzansi with sleek, neutral looks in video

"Cool outfits": Fashion-forward SA gents impress Mzansi with sleek, neutral looks in video

People

4 months ago

London woman's luxurious Dubai adventure inspires SA with stunning landmarks, elegance, and culture

London woman's luxurious Dubai adventure inspires SA with stunning landmarks, elegance, and culture

People

4 months ago

"Too expensive:" Mzansi reacts to Grade 12 pupil’s R14,250 matric dance budget breakdown

"Too expensive:" Mzansi reacts to Grade 12 pupil’s R14,250 matric dance budget breakdown

People

4 months ago

A Grade 12 pupil wowed Mzansi by breaking down her R14,250 matric dance budget, showing the true cost of elegance, style, and celebration for one big night.

Student shows off all the things she allegedly bought with her NSFAS allowance

Student shows off all the things she allegedly bought with her NSFAS allowance

People

4 months ago

A young woman’s video showing luxury items she allegedly bought with her NSFAS allowance has Mzansi talking, sparking debate about how students use their funds.

“Strength of a woman”: Impressive trolley dash by suspected mom wins hearts in Mzansi, shares video

“Strength of a woman”: Impressive trolley dash by suspected mom wins hearts in Mzansi, shares video

People

4 months ago

A woman’s speedy trolley dash wowed Mzansi peeps as she grabbed essentials with precision and heart, earning cheers and praise from impressed onlookers.

Newlyweds rescued on Table Mountain in Cape Town, South Africans react

Newlyweds rescued on Table Mountain in Cape Town, South Africans react

People

4 months ago

A British couple’s honeymoon hike on Table Mountain took an unexpected turn when the bride became exhausted, prompting a swift rescue by WSAR Cape Town.

American ships biltong to appease South Africans, and his hilarious reaction leaves Mzansi talking

American ships biltong to appease South Africans, and his hilarious reaction leaves Mzansi talking

People

4 months ago

An American man’s hilarious TikTok tasting real South African biltong and droëwors shipped from Florida has Mzansi laughing and debating what counts as authentic.

"I am grilled": South African pupils rate their marks after writing Physics Paper 1 in a video

"I am grilled": South African pupils rate their marks after writing Physics Paper 1 in a video

People

4 months ago

A video of South African pupils humorously rating their performance after Physics Paper 1 had Mzansi amused. Exaggerated reactions and jokes capture the exam stress.

"She’s so rich": Bride’s unexpected surprise for bridesmaids sparks a buzz online

"She’s so rich": Bride’s unexpected surprise for bridesmaids sparks a buzz online

Family and Relationships

4 months ago

A bride surprised her bridesmaids with a jaw-dropping gift, iPhone 17s, which sparked joy and admiration online. The TikTok video went viral on social media.

"This must be AI": South Africans express disappointment after woman’s trolley dash goes viral

"This must be AI": South Africans express disappointment after woman’s trolley dash goes viral

People

4 months ago

Mzansi was left amused and disappointed after a woman’s slow trolley dash went viral. Instead of rushing for groceries, she calmly picked a few toiletries.

"Your work is amazing": Small street makeup artist impresses SA with R200 transformations

"Your work is amazing": Small street makeup artist impresses SA with R200 transformations

People

4 months ago

Street makeup artist @ritamillarh wowed Mzansi with her R200 flawless looks and unstoppable hustle, even working in the rain to finish her clients’ glam.

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