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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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Mom builds stunning home for her son: Mzansi applauds her hard work, creativity, and faith

Mom builds stunning home for her son: Mzansi applauds her hard work, creativity, and faith

People

5 months ago

"Thunder fire you": Man’s reaction to Bafana Bafana’s FIFA World Cup qualification has SA amused

"Thunder fire you": Man’s reaction to Bafana Bafana’s FIFA World Cup qualification has SA amused

People

5 months ago

South Africa Qualifies for the FIFA World Cup 2026; man sends gratitude video to Nigeria

South Africa Qualifies for the FIFA World Cup 2026; man sends gratitude video to Nigeria

People

5 months ago

"Respect": Grade 12 pupil shares humble R1,600 matric dance budget, SA applauds his gratitude

"Respect": Grade 12 pupil shares humble R1,600 matric dance budget, SA applauds his gratitude

People

5 months ago

"The pressure is insane": SA chimes in as Grade 12 learner arrives at matric dance in private jet

"The pressure is insane": SA chimes in as Grade 12 learner arrives at matric dance in private jet

People

5 months ago

Inside look: Iron Man-inspired house in Cape Town leaves South Africans amazed

Inside look: Iron Man-inspired house in Cape Town leaves South Africans amazed

People

5 months ago

South African woman sneaks food into her top at restaurant, sparking amusement and debate

South African woman sneaks food into her top at restaurant, sparking amusement and debate

People

5 months ago

A woman in South Africa was caught on camera sneaking food from the restaurant into her top. The video went viral, sparking mixed reactions among online users.

Tourist in South Africa stunned by mall, says 'They lied to us in Europe' in a video

Tourist in South Africa stunned by mall, says 'They lied to us in Europe' in a video

People

5 months ago

A European tourist was surprised by South Africa's modern infrastructure, sparking conversation and challenging stereotypes. "They lied to us. This is Africa.'

Miss Grand International 2025: Nigeria’s costume stirs online buzz, netizens react "disappointed"

Miss Grand International 2025: Nigeria’s costume stirs online buzz, netizens react "disappointed"

People

5 months ago

Miss Grand International 2025 kicked off in Bangkok with 77 contestants, including Nigeria, whose national costume sparked a massive buzz on social media.

"She ate that": SA is impressed by Grade 12 pupil’s showcase of her mom-tailored matric dance dress

"She ate that": SA is impressed by Grade 12 pupil’s showcase of her mom-tailored matric dance dress

People

5 months ago

A Grade 12 learner's mom stuns with a custom-made matric dance dress, showcasing exceptional craftsmanship and love, leaving South Africans in awe.

Grade 12 learner shows off what she wanted vs what she got for her matric dance, SA reacts

Grade 12 learner shows off what she wanted vs what she got for her matric dance, SA reacts

People

5 months ago

A Grade 12 pupil's matric ball look went viral on TikTok, showcasing a stunning light-green gown and her confidence. Mzansi praised her glow-up and elegant style.

Little girl’s adorable reaction to seeing herself in Ackermans store display leaves Mzansi gushing

Little girl’s adorable reaction to seeing herself in Ackermans store display leaves Mzansi gushing

Family and Relationships

5 months ago

A little girl's priceless reaction to seeing herself in Ackermans' store display melted hearts, showcasing the magic of representation and self-recognition.

South African woman shows frightening yet funny experience after getting stuck in elevator

South African woman shows frightening yet funny experience after getting stuck in elevator

People

5 months ago

A woman's hilarious reaction to being stuck in a packed elevator went viral as she shared her terrifying yet funny experience in a video. People reacted to the clip.

"Mine will think this is AI": Woman shows off 9 months of luxury dating spoils, Mzansi reacts

"Mine will think this is AI": Woman shows off 9 months of luxury dating spoils, Mzansi reacts

Family and Relationships

5 months ago

A TikTok user's nine-month dating haul sparked debate with lavish gifts, including Gucci, Burberry, and cash, leaving many South Africans in awe of her soft life.

More alleged footage showing the interior of Hangwani Maumela’s lavish mansion

More alleged footage showing the interior of Hangwani Maumela’s lavish mansion

People

5 months ago

Hangwani Maumela's R75m mansion sparked outrage amid the R2bn corruption scandal. A TikTok video showcased the opulent interior, luxury cars, and more.

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