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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’s phone prank takes kids on emotional roller-coaster in video; SA reacts: "So beautiful"

Mom’s phone prank takes kids on emotional roller-coaster in video; SA reacts: "So beautiful"

Family and Relationships

6 months ago

American raves about R3.6k Texas-style braai in South Africa, Mzansi reacts to video

American raves about R3.6k Texas-style braai in South Africa, Mzansi reacts to video

People

6 months ago

"You will kill us": SA reacts as girls’ cooking session turns chaotic after kitchen fire

"You will kill us": SA reacts as girls’ cooking session turns chaotic after kitchen fire

People

6 months ago

SA peeps debate after Korean woman shares correct pronunciation of Hyundai in video

SA peeps debate after Korean woman shares correct pronunciation of Hyundai in video

People

6 months ago

"I was dating myself": Woman shares the crazy sacrifice she made for love, leaving Mzansi divided

"I was dating myself": Woman shares the crazy sacrifice she made for love, leaving Mzansi divided

Family and Relationships

6 months ago

"This can’t be true": Student shares hilarious university exam rule that sparked a frenzy in Mzansi

"This can’t be true": Student shares hilarious university exam rule that sparked a frenzy in Mzansi

People

6 months ago

South African woman reveals budget-friendly Ferrero Rocher prices at wholesale store in video

South African woman reveals budget-friendly Ferrero Rocher prices at wholesale store in video

People

6 months ago

A woman in South Africa discovered affordable Ferrero Rocher prices in Johannesburg. She unveiled the price and location in a TikTok video that impressed many.

South Africans in the US showcase luxury cars and 'soft life' in viral video; Mzansi reacts: "Vibe"

South Africans in the US showcase luxury cars and 'soft life' in viral video; Mzansi reacts: "Vibe"

People

6 months ago

A South African diaspora showcased luxury cars in the US, featuring Lamborghinis & Bentleys, sparking admiration and talks on ambition and financial discipline.

"Beautiful:" South Africans rave as woman unboxes R120k Tumi luxury luggage in viral video

"Beautiful:" South Africans rave as woman unboxes R120k Tumi luxury luggage in viral video

People

6 months ago

A South African woman's R120k Tumi luxury luggage set sparked debate about spending habits and luxury goods, showcasing premium travel essentials.

Affordable fashion: Mr Price's handbag range gains popularity in South Africa as woman showcases it

Affordable fashion: Mr Price's handbag range gains popularity in South Africa as woman showcases it

People

6 months ago

A woman showcased Mr Price's new handbag range, featuring stylish designs at affordable prices (R149-R179), sparking interest among fashion-conscious South Africans.

"Sweet": SA raves as woman shows off her hubby's heartfelt gestures every time he leaves the house

"Sweet": SA raves as woman shows off her hubby's heartfelt gestures every time he leaves the house

Family and Relationships

6 months ago

A husband's daily gesture of love towards his wife, flashing his car lights three times to say "I love you" in a TikTok video, left SA in awe over the tradition.

Lobola skit celebrates South Africa's new surname law with a hilarious twist in video

Lobola skit celebrates South Africa's new surname law with a hilarious twist in video

People

6 months ago

A women's lobola skit flipped tradition, highlighting a new law allowing men to take their wife's surname, sparking conversations about evolving marriage customs.

"Retired slayqueen": SA reacts as funeral tribute turns hilarious, leaving mourners in stitches

"Retired slayqueen": SA reacts as funeral tribute turns hilarious, leaving mourners in stitches

People

6 months ago

A woman's funeral tribute turned comical with offbeat singing and animated gestures, sparking laughter and debate among mourners and online users.

“There are cockroaches everywhere”: Woman blasts Airbnb with video after nightmare stay

“There are cockroaches everywhere”: Woman blasts Airbnb with video after nightmare stay

People

6 months ago

A woman’s nightmare Airbnb stay went viral after she showed cockroaches, clutter, lack of storage space at R4500/night, and the host's belongings everywhere.

"Present father": SA raves over baby’s joyful reaction to dad's playful entrance in viral video

"Present father": SA raves over baby’s joyful reaction to dad's playful entrance in viral video

Family and Relationships

6 months ago

A video shows a baby girl’s joyful reaction to her dad’s playful entrance, highlighting the special bond and the importance of parental presence in a child’s life.

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