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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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US couple relocates to South Africa after selling R13M house and shows off dream home in Mzansi

US couple relocates to South Africa after selling R13M house and shows off dream home in Mzansi

Family and Relationships

9 months ago

Photo: Newly discovered Boston Rain Frog expands South Africa's rain frog species

Photo: Newly discovered Boston Rain Frog expands South Africa's rain frog species

People

9 months ago

Cape Town woman exposes partner's double life after renting apartment to convince her

Cape Town woman exposes partner's double life after renting apartment to convince her

Family and Relationships

9 months ago

"I lost a lot of money": Tourist in tears after being robbed in Cape Town during 3-month stay

"I lost a lot of money": Tourist in tears after being robbed in Cape Town during 3-month stay

People

9 months ago

SA girl’s reaction to first phone after matric, Mzansi weighs in: "Some parents are so strict

SA girl’s reaction to first phone after matric, Mzansi weighs in: "Some parents are so strict

Family and Relationships

9 months ago

"I couldn’t breathe": Pregnant woman claims she was poisoned by friend during labour

"I couldn’t breathe": Pregnant woman claims she was poisoned by friend during labour

Family and Relationships

9 months ago

“R20k for that dress": Grade 12 learner gets dragged over matric dance outfit, shares video

“R20k for that dress": Grade 12 learner gets dragged over matric dance outfit, shares video

People

9 months ago

A Grade 12 Learner in South Africa sparked mixed reactions over her alleged R20k matric outfit in a TikTok video. The clip went viral as many weighed in on the cost.

"We need more teachers like this": Teacher’s heartfelt send-off by pupils touches South Africa

"We need more teachers like this": Teacher’s heartfelt send-off by pupils touches South Africa

Family and Relationships

9 months ago

A South African teacher's heartfelt send-off by his pupils in a viral TikTok video sparked admiration, as people raved over the emotional moment.

“What an expensive joke”: Young SA girl’s dramatic prank on mom sparks mixed reactions

“What an expensive joke”: Young SA girl’s dramatic prank on mom sparks mixed reactions

Family and Relationships

9 months ago

A young South African girl's dramatic prank on her African mother sparked mixed reactions in Mzansi. The clip went viral, and people reacted to the kid's actions.

"Present boyfriends": South African man's birthday surprise sets relationship goals, Mzansi raves

"Present boyfriends": South African man's birthday surprise sets relationship goals, Mzansi raves

Family and Relationships

9 months ago

A South African man showcased how he spoiled his girlfriend on her birthday in a TikTok video. The clip went viral, sparking admiration online from Mzansi people.

Woolworths carrot cake discount sparks social media frenzy in Mzansi, SA reacts

Woolworths carrot cake discount sparks social media frenzy in Mzansi, SA reacts

People

9 months ago

Woolworths' carrot cakes sparked a massive buzz in South Africa over their discounted price. The TikTok video showcasing the dessert has gone viral, and SA reacted.

From 120kg to 85kg: Young woman’s journey to a healthier lifestyle inspires Mzansi

From 120kg to 85kg: Young woman’s journey to a healthier lifestyle inspires Mzansi

People

9 months ago

A young woman shared her inspiring journey to losing weight in a TikTok video. The footage went viral, sparking admiration, and people asked for more information.

"It’s big and beautiful": Young woman’s stylish apartment video goes viral, Mzansi raves

"It’s big and beautiful": Young woman’s stylish apartment video goes viral, Mzansi raves

People

9 months ago

A young South African woman showcased her stylish apartment in a TikTok video. The clip went viral, sparking admiration as the footage gained traction online.

“From walking in faith to driving in favour”: SA praises woman’s humble gesture after new car

“From walking in faith to driving in favour”: SA praises woman’s humble gesture after new car

People

9 months ago

A woman in South Africa showcased how she prayed for her new car in a TikTok video that went viral. People reacted, praising the lady for her heartfelt gesture.

"Proof that consistency works": Woman drops 65lbs in 4 months, shares tips, SA raves

"Proof that consistency works": Woman drops 65lbs in 4 months, shares tips, SA raves

People

9 months ago

A woman shared her journey of losing 65lbs in just four months in a TikTok video that went viral online. She unveiled her tips for her weight-loss transformation.

Johana Mukandila