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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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"Oh my goodness": Matching Grinch Christmas PJs have South Africans wilding out

"Oh my goodness": Matching Grinch Christmas PJs have South Africans wilding out

People

4 months ago

"A nation that is unserious": Jamaicans dub SA siblings after their reaction to hurricane spark

"A nation that is unserious": Jamaicans dub SA siblings after their reaction to hurricane spark

People

4 months ago

“Your level of discipline is high”: SA raves over man flexing his dream home on a small salary

“Your level of discipline is high”: SA raves over man flexing his dream home on a small salary

People

4 months ago

Cameroonian commentator’s dramatic reaction to Proteas Women’s historic win leaves SA in stitches

Cameroonian commentator’s dramatic reaction to Proteas Women’s historic win leaves SA in stitches

People

4 months ago

Woman showcases everything she got for R100 at Hungry Lion & shares her food review

Woman showcases everything she got for R100 at Hungry Lion & shares her food review

People

4 months ago

“This is insanity”: SA woman calls out R7.5 million 2-bedroom flat in Cape Town, sparks outrage

“This is insanity”: SA woman calls out R7.5 million 2-bedroom flat in Cape Town, sparks outrage

People

4 months ago

Woman compares South African and Nigerian grocery prices, leaves viewers stunned in video

Woman compares South African and Nigerian grocery prices, leaves viewers stunned in video

People

4 months ago

A Nigerian woman compared grocery prices in South Africa and Nigeria, sparking an online debate about the cost of living and currency differences.

"He still cheated": SA chimes in as woman shows her version of being a submissive wife in video

"He still cheated": SA chimes in as woman shows her version of being a submissive wife in video

Family and Relationships

4 months ago

A woman’s video showing her kneeling to serve her husband breakfast has gone viral, sparking debate in SA over tradition, submission, and modern marriage roles.

Shopper’s calm reaction to prankster’s grocery store trick leaves Mzansi in stitches

Shopper’s calm reaction to prankster’s grocery store trick leaves Mzansi in stitches

People

4 months ago

A prankster’s grocery store video had Mzansi in stitches after a calm shopper patiently held his basket, unaware it was all a joke. SA praised his chill reaction.

PEP’s Steve Madden sandal dupes leave SA fashionistas impressed, SA reacts: "It’s cooking"

PEP’s Steve Madden sandal dupes leave SA fashionistas impressed, SA reacts: "It’s cooking"

People

4 months ago

PEP's Steve Madden dupes went viral on social media after a woman posted them, and South African shoppers raved about the affordable luxury footwear.

“I love the pink outfit”: Exact fashion finds leave SA wilding over stunning summer fits

“I love the pink outfit”: Exact fashion finds leave SA wilding over stunning summer fits

People

4 months ago

Exact clothing store's summer collection went viral, showcasing trendy and affordable outfits. South Africans were buzzing over coordinated sets, denim, and more.

"Daylight robbery": SA reacts as man breaks down why electricity units differ monthly

"Daylight robbery": SA reacts as man breaks down why electricity units differ monthly

People

4 months ago

A South African man explained why electricity units fluctuate, citing fixed charges, tariffs & VAT. The video sparked online debate on electricity costs.

South African big spender swipes R16K at groove, Mzansi reacts to his bold move

South African big spender swipes R16K at groove, Mzansi reacts to his bold move

People

4 months ago

A South African man spent R16,700 in one night in a TikTok video, celebrating with a dance, and it went viral. Netizens reacted with a mix of admiration and shock.

Gents' camping trip goes wrong as extreme weather hits Bronkhorstspruit Dam in viral video

Gents' camping trip goes wrong as extreme weather hits Bronkhorstspruit Dam in viral video

Family and Relationships

4 months ago

A group of men's camping trip turned chaotic as strong winds destroyed tents at Bronkhorstspruit Dam in the City of Tshwane, but good humour saved the day.

Woman serves soft-life goals with Cape Town shopping vlog, Mzansi Reacts: "Love it"

Woman serves soft-life goals with Cape Town shopping vlog, Mzansi Reacts: "Love it"

People

4 months ago

A woman's R70,000 shopping spree at Cape Town's Canal Walk Mall went viral on TikTok, sparking mixed reactions and inspiring others with her luxurious lifestyle.

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