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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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"Too clean": Woman showcases Jet’s colourful summer suits that left South Africans raving

"Too clean": Woman showcases Jet’s colourful summer suits that left South Africans raving

People

6 months ago

"Dark and scary": Grade 12 pupil’s dramatic coffin entrance at matric ball sparks mixed reactions

"Dark and scary": Grade 12 pupil’s dramatic coffin entrance at matric ball sparks mixed reactions

People

6 months ago

Nigerian pastor’s prophecy on SA sparks talk about Nathi Mthethwa, shares video

Nigerian pastor’s prophecy on SA sparks talk about Nathi Mthethwa, shares video

People

6 months ago

Inside the payslip of a South African train driver: Salary, benefits, and career requirements

Inside the payslip of a South African train driver: Salary, benefits, and career requirements

People

6 months ago

"We are surviving": South African man unpacks the reality of financial stress and saving challenges

"We are surviving": South African man unpacks the reality of financial stress and saving challenges

People

6 months ago

Springboks fan raves over Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu’s stellar performance in video

Springboks fan raves over Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu’s stellar performance in video

People

6 months ago

Crocs sale in South Africa sparks frenzy in Mzansi, shares video

Crocs sale in South Africa sparks frenzy in Mzansi, shares video

People

6 months ago

South Africans went wild for the Crocs sale showcased in a TikTok video, where two pairs for R400 sparked a frenzy, buzzing social media and packing stores.

"Poverty is disheartening": Video of dramatic rush to SASSA station in mall sparks outrage in SA

"Poverty is disheartening": Video of dramatic rush to SASSA station in mall sparks outrage in SA

People

6 months ago

A dramatic rush to a SASSA station in a mall sparked outrage in South Africa over overcrowding and poor organisation, highlighting the need for improved efficiency.

Man’s telemarketing call while hiking has SA in stitches: Hilarious moment goes viral

Man’s telemarketing call while hiking has SA in stitches: Hilarious moment goes viral

People

6 months ago

A hiker's telemarketing call mid-hike left South Africans in stitches, showcasing modern tech's unexpected reach. The video went viral, sparking reactions online.

64-Year-old South African woman shares bold dating requirements, sparks online reactions

64-Year-old South African woman shares bold dating requirements, sparks online reactions

Family and Relationships

6 months ago

A 64-year-old South African woman shared a clip expressing she’s seeking a 'God-fearing man' aged 65+, sparking reactions on love and companionship in later life.

Wynberg Boys’ High war cry goes viral: Pupils crowd surf in epic school spirit display

Wynberg Boys’ High war cry goes viral: Pupils crowd surf in epic school spirit display

People

6 months ago

A group of learners at Wynberg Boys’ High in Cape Town showcased their school spirit through a crowd-surfing war cry that impressed South Africans online.

"Haibo:" Tour of R79 million Cape Town mansion leaves South Africans stunned

"Haibo:" Tour of R79 million Cape Town mansion leaves South Africans stunned

People

6 months ago

A Cape Town R79 million mansion showcased in a video boasts sleek finishes, expansive terraces, and state-of-the-art tech, leaving SA in awe of its opulence.

SA woman pranks US husband with hilarious fake spray-on beard, Mzansi can’t stop laughing

SA woman pranks US husband with hilarious fake spray-on beard, Mzansi can’t stop laughing

Family and Relationships

6 months ago

A couple's hilarious prank went viral on social media as a South African wife surprised her US husband with a fake beard. His laughter and reaction stole the show.

"No way": South Africans stunned by woman flexing R900 worth of groceries in video

"No way": South Africans stunned by woman flexing R900 worth of groceries in video

People

6 months ago

A South African woman's R900 grocery haul amazed netizens with a variety of essentials and treats, showcasing smart shopping skills and organised storage.

“What the helly”: Curro matric learner compares prelim exam predictions to actual marks

“What the helly”: Curro matric learner compares prelim exam predictions to actual marks

People

6 months ago

A Curro Grade 12 learner shared video comparing predicted marks to actual results, showcasing academic strengths and surprises, with netizens praising her hard work.

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