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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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"I feel so ignorant": Man’s Iran Mall tour leaves viewers stunned, showcasing the largest mall

"I feel so ignorant": Man’s Iran Mall tour leaves viewers stunned, showcasing the largest mall

People

9 months ago

Katlehong learners impress with Mandarin skills in viral TikTok video, SA reacts: "Beautiful"

Katlehong learners impress with Mandarin skills in viral TikTok video, SA reacts: "Beautiful"

People

9 months ago

"My God! This is beautiful": SA Stunned by Woman's incredible DIY kitchen makeover

"My God! This is beautiful": SA Stunned by Woman's incredible DIY kitchen makeover

People

9 months ago

"Stunning": Foschini's winter collection takes Mzansi by storm after woman's viral plug, SA raves

"Stunning": Foschini's winter collection takes Mzansi by storm after woman's viral plug, SA raves

People

9 months ago

South African UP graduate overcomes blindness to earn dental degree and serve in public health

South African UP graduate overcomes blindness to earn dental degree and serve in public health

People

9 months ago

“People test God”: Man taunts wild hippo in video, sparks outrage in South Africa

“People test God”: Man taunts wild hippo in video, sparks outrage in South Africa

People

9 months ago

“They don’t care about our safety”: Woman’s video showing sparks in moving Taxi outrages SA

“They don’t care about our safety”: Woman’s video showing sparks in moving Taxi outrages SA

People

9 months ago

A woman in South Africa showcased sparks in a moving taxi that shocked and amused people in Mzansi. The TikTok video went viral online, and viewers reacted.

“It's hard to be mad at ‘Cupcake’: Cyril Ramaphosa’s sweet moment with little girl melts hearts

“It's hard to be mad at ‘Cupcake’: Cyril Ramaphosa’s sweet moment with little girl melts hearts

People

9 months ago

President Cyril Ramaphosa’s sweet moment with a little girl warmed the hearts of many people in Mzansi. The TikTok video went viral and sparked reactions.

South African woman compares Shein dress order to what arrived: TikTok video goes viral

South African woman compares Shein dress order to what arrived: TikTok video goes viral

People

9 months ago

A young South African woman showcased the dress she ordered on Shein vs. what she received in a TikTok video. The clip went viral, sparking reactions online.

“I want it, please”: Unbreakable standing mirror plug for cheap goes viral in SA, Mzansi is amped

“I want it, please”: Unbreakable standing mirror plug for cheap goes viral in SA, Mzansi is amped

People

9 months ago

A plug for an unbreakable standing mirror in Johannesburg, South Africa, went viral in a TikTok video, with people in Mzansi asking about the price and availability.

"I was speechless": Woman shares how Shein delivery driver requests photo for proof of delivery

"I was speechless": Woman shares how Shein delivery driver requests photo for proof of delivery

People

9 months ago

A woman in South Africa showcased how a Shein driver took her picture after delivering her package, which is a new request from the online retailer. People reacted.

“This kind of love, locate me”: Woman snatches wig during proposal at restaurant, SA reacts

“This kind of love, locate me”: Woman snatches wig during proposal at restaurant, SA reacts

Family and Relationships

9 months ago

A woman in South Africa snatched off her wig during her marriage proposal at a fast food restaurant in a TikTok video. The clip went viral, sparking reactions.

South African woman flexes expensive gifts from bae: Mzansi raves: "President general"

South African woman flexes expensive gifts from bae: Mzansi raves: "President general"

Family and Relationships

9 months ago

A South African woman shows off luxury gifts from her partner in a viral TikTok video, leaving ladies envious. The romantic gesture sparked a wave of reactions.

Johannesburg student’s viral TikTok video sheds light on struggles of studying in shared spaces

Johannesburg student’s viral TikTok video sheds light on struggles of studying in shared spaces

People

9 months ago

A Johannesburg student shared a TikTok video where she showcased how her roommate, who did not qualify for exams, switched off the lights while she was studying.

“God is good”: South African woman flexed major life wins, inspires nation and they applauded her

“God is good”: South African woman flexed major life wins, inspires nation and they applauded her

Women Empowerment

9 months ago

A South African woman flexed her achievements throughout her life, which inspired many people in Mzansi. The TikTok video went viral, sparking reactions online.

Johana Mukandila