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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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South African woman's stunning blonde synthetic wig purchase exceeds expectations, Mzansi reacts

South African woman's stunning blonde synthetic wig purchase exceeds expectations, Mzansi reacts

People

6 months ago

South African woman shares 2011 rent price for Cape Town, Mzansi reacts: "This is so upsetting"

South African woman shares 2011 rent price for Cape Town, Mzansi reacts: "This is so upsetting"

People

6 months ago

"No DNA, just RSA": Seoul African festival lights up with South African flair as Mzansi reacts

"No DNA, just RSA": Seoul African festival lights up with South African flair as Mzansi reacts

People

6 months ago

Luxe mom’s 10-course meal for kids impresses Mzansi with creative dishes and fine-dining flair

Luxe mom’s 10-course meal for kids impresses Mzansi with creative dishes and fine-dining flair

Family and Relationships

6 months ago

South Africans unite to help matric learner attend his dance, surpassing fundraising goal

South Africans unite to help matric learner attend his dance, surpassing fundraising goal

People

6 months ago

South African women impress Mzansi with a creative Beyoncé-themed party in a video

South African women impress Mzansi with a creative Beyoncé-themed party in a video

People

6 months ago

Joyful dance at roadblock: Road worker and woman share unexpected moment in video

Joyful dance at roadblock: Road worker and woman share unexpected moment in video

People

6 months ago

A road worker's impromptu dance with a stranger at a roadblock sparked joy, positivity, and a sense of community. The TikTok video went viral and people reacted.

Carpet python found in bathroom sink in video sparks mixed reactions online

Carpet python found in bathroom sink in video sparks mixed reactions online

People

6 months ago

A surprising bathroom discovery in Noosa Heads, Australia, sparked reactions and debate about wildlife encounters in suburban areas after a carpet python was found.

"Super diabolical": Lion causes traffic jam at Kruger National Park, sparks visitor safety concerns

"Super diabolical": Lion causes traffic jam at Kruger National Park, sparks visitor safety concerns

People

6 months ago

A lion’s unexpected traffic jam at Kruger National Park sparked a debate on safety and park rules after visitors attempted to attract its attention.

"Well done, soldier": South Africans mourn Charlie Kirk at US embassy in Pretoria as Mzansi reacts

"Well done, soldier": South Africans mourn Charlie Kirk at US embassy in Pretoria as Mzansi reacts

People

6 months ago

South Africans gathered outside the US Embassy in Pretoria to mourn Charlie Kirk, sparking debate on global solidarity and politics after his tragic death in Utah.

"Umjolo is a humiliation ritual": SA jokes as woman stands defiantly in front of taxi in video

"Umjolo is a humiliation ritual": SA jokes as woman stands defiantly in front of taxi in video

Family and Relationships

6 months ago

A viral video showcasing a woman standing in front of a moving taxi sparked jokes about relationships and 'umjolo' in South Africa. The TikTok clip went viral.

Heartwarming viral video: Stranger's hug in restaurant highlights the power of kindness and empathy

Heartwarming viral video: Stranger's hug in restaurant highlights the power of kindness and empathy

People

6 months ago

A viral video showcasing strangers hugging each other sparked kindness, empathy, and community, reminding us that we can change the world one hug at a time.

“I would die there”: South Africans react as man lies calmly in cage full of snakes in viral video

“I would die there”: South Africans react as man lies calmly in cage full of snakes in viral video

People

6 months ago

A viral video showcasing a man calmly lying in a cage with dozens of snakes unveiled his remarkable bond with reptiles. South Africans reacted with mixed feelings.

2 Massive snakes fight on rooftop in dramatic showdown in video, leaving South Africans buzzing

2 Massive snakes fight on rooftop in dramatic showdown in video, leaving South Africans buzzing

People

6 months ago

A video showcased two massive snakes fighting on a rooftop, tumbling to the ground and continuing their clash, sparking debate about wildlife in residential areas.

South African mom shares hidden gem in Mzansi: Dinosaur park with lifelike creatures

South African mom shares hidden gem in Mzansi: Dinosaur park with lifelike creatures

Family and Relationships

6 months ago

A South African mom plugged Mzansi with a family-friendly destination, a dinosaur park located in Pretoria called Dino Kingdom. People reacted to the video.

Johana Mukandila