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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Landmark Strike Earns Mamelodi Sundowns a Hard-Fought Victory Over PSL Rivals AmaZulu

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Dricus du Plessis Goes Back to His Roots After Appearing at EFC 121, Fans Rally Next UFC Fight

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4 months ago

Former Mamelodi Sundowns Player Joins PSL Stars in Benni McCarthy’s Maiden Kenyan Squad

Football

4 months ago

Fans and Family Shower Springbok Star Handré Pollard with Love on His 31st Birthday

Rugby

4 months ago

16V Magic! Doctor Khumalo Thrills Fans on Durban Cruise with Legendary Skills & Autographs

Football

4 months ago

Kaizer Chiefs Coach Nabi Reportedly Urges Club to Sign Superstar Amid Interest From PSL Rival

Football

4 months ago

Orlando Pirates Eye Talented Replacements for Saleng, Face Competition From PSL Rivals

Football

4 months ago

Soweto giants Orlando Pirates face competition from PSL rivals in their pursuit of several talented players set to replace wantaway star Monnapule Saleng.

Mapimpi Drips in Style! Springbok Star’s Fashion Posts Leaves Fans in Awe

Rugby

4 months ago

Springbok winger Makazole Mapimpi impresses local fans on and off the field with his weekly Sunday posts showing off his head-turning fashion sense.

Sekhukhune United Unveil Eric Tinkler as New Head Coach: Bold Move or Big Mistake?

Football

4 months ago

Fourth-placed PSL side Sekhukhune United are tipped for trouble by local fans after unveiling Eric Tinkler as head coach Lehlohonolo Seema's replacement.

Orlando Pirates Move to Secure Record-Chasing Star’s Future at the Club

Football

4 months ago

Soweto giants Orlando Pirates are determined to keep a star player on their books by offering him a new contract following stellar performances for the club.

Agent Explains Vusumuzi Vilakazi’s AmaZulu Exit, Backs Him for a Quick Return to PSL Coaching

Football

4 months ago

Local football agent Mike Makaab opened up about the reasons behind Vusumuzi Vilakazi's departure as co-coach of PSL side AmaZulu FC in February 2025.

Sekhukhune United Set to Appoint New Coach After Seema Sacking, Fans Predict Trouble Ahead

Football

4 months ago

Following the dismissal of head coach Lehlohonolo Seema, PSL side Sekhukhune United are expected to announce a replacement, amid local fan criticism.

Siya Kolisi Shows Big Love for Local Music Star at Jam-Packed Cape Town Concert

Rugby

4 months ago

Springbok captain and world champion Siya Kolisi joined scores of South African fans at an Afro-jazz artist's performance in Cape Town on Sunday, 9 March 2025.

From Rejection to Rising Star: Emile Witbooi’s Journey from Snub to Chelsea Trial

Football

4 months ago

Promising Cape Town City youngster Emile Witbooi was rejected by a PSL giant before kickstarting his promising career as one of South Africa's brightest prospects.

Sekhukhune United Stuns Fans: Lehlohonolo Seema Sacked… AGAIN

Football

4 months ago

PSL side Sekhukhune United surprised local fans after firing head coach Lehlohonolo Seema for the second time in less than a year, despite their high log position.

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