Junior Bester

Education: ND: Journalism, Cape Peninsula University of Technology (2010 till 2012) Google News Initiative training (2024)

Experience: Multimedia Journalist, Weekend Argus (2011-2012), Cricket Writer, Independent Newspapers (2012-2019), Multimedia Journalist, Northern News (2019-2021), Multimedia Journalist, Daily Voice (2021-2022), Sports Brief (2024-current)

Junior Bester is the current Entertainment (Sports) Writer at Briefly News. He achieved a ND:Journalism at the Cape Peninsula University of Technology in 2012. He worked for Independent Newspapers from 2011 till 2022 covering news, sport, business and entertainment for titles such as Weekend Argus, Cape Argus, Daily Voice and Northern News. Junior passed a set of trainings by Google News Initiative. He joined Briefly News in 2024. You can reach him at junior.bester@briefly.co.za

1733 articles published since 04 Mar 2024

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Springbok captain Siya Kolisi crestfallen after Liverpool lose to Manchester...

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Pitso Mosimane accused of time wasting in Abha FC loss while he tops Kaizer...

Football

a year ago

Midfielder Mlondi Mbanjwa carries Amazulu's pride into Hugo Broos’ Bafana Bafana...

Football

a year ago

Kaizer Chiefs legend Lucas Radebe concerned for Cavin Johnson’s...

Football

a year ago

Eben Etzebeth maintains title of top Springbok after scooping back-to-back...

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a year ago

Former Mamelodi Sundowns colleagues Rhulani Mokwena and Steve Komphela...

Football

a year ago

CAF Champions League success could lead to major FIFA World Club Cup windfall for Mamelodi Sundowns

Football

a year ago

FIFA World Club Cup qualification could bring massive smiles to Mamelodi Sundowns' bank balance if they manage to lift the CAF Champions League trophy.

UDM leader Bantu Holomisa calls for removal of Motaung family from beloved Kaizer Chiefs

Football

a year ago

UDM leader and lifelong Kaizer Chiefs fan Bantu Holomisa says the Motaung family must help the Soweto club by stepping down from executive roles.

Orlando Pirates reserve team coach Simon Marange promoted to Young Warriors post

Football

a year ago

Orlando Pirates reserve team coach Simon Marange has been announced as the new coach of the Zimbabwe U20 side after impressing at the Soweto club since 2020.

Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus’ World Cup exploits earn him honorary doctorate degree from NWU

Rugby

a year ago

Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus has been recognised with an honorary doctorate from North Western University for his exceptional contributions to South African rugby.

Reneilwe Letsholonyane set to mentor Amajita young stars after being named as SA U20 coaching staff

Football

a year ago

Ex-Bafana midfielder Reneilwe Letsholonyane has been named in the SA U20 squad technical team as Amajita prepare for the Afcon 2025 qualifiers in September.

Kaizer Chiefs facing PSL fine after fans at Soweto Derby threw stones and bottles

Football

a year ago

Kaizer Chiefs fans reacted violently after the Soweto Derby. The PSL is considering a hefty fine for stone-throwing after the side lost to Orlando Pirates.

Teboho Mokoena shines for Mamelodi Sundowns ahead of Young Africans match in CAF Champions League

Football

a year ago

Mamelodi Sundowns star midfielder Teboho Mokoena continues to produce impressive displays on the field as Masandawana eye CAF Champions League glory.

Handrè Pollard turns 30, Mzansi wishes him well with birthday messages

Rugby

a year ago

Two-time world champion flyhalf Handrè Pollard has turned 30 years old. The Springbok was flooded with well-wishes from fans and fellow teammates.

Siya Kolisi’s days as Bok captain numbered as Rassie Erasmus eyes locally-based skipper

Rugby

a year ago

Siya Kolisi may not be the Springbok captain soon. Rassie Erasmus says local players are being considered ahead of away matches against Wales and England.

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