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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From rejection to romance: Sive Mabuya reflects on her three-year marriage

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Young rapper Kane Keid thanks fans as ‘Not Famous’ soars on the local charts

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Young South African rapper Kane Keid thanked fans after the 22-year-old's new album, 'Not Famous' climbed the local music charts upon its release.

South African star Thabang Molaba joins A-listers in Hollywood's latest blockbuster

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South African actor Thabang Molaba shared snippets of his role alongside established stars after the former Blood and Water actor made his Hollywood debut.

Amapiano star Scotts Maphuma asks fans for understanding after recent loss

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South African amapiano star Scotts Maphuma revealed that the reason why he missed recent public appearances as due to the loss of a close family member.

Thato and Gashwan Mthombeni choose love over fame, reject reality TV return

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Thato and Gashwan Mthombeni, who met on the set of Big Brother Mzasni season three and married soon after, have responded to offers of a return to reality TV.

Thandiswa Mazwai's fans heartbroken as popular singer ends US tour plans

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Popular South African singer Thandiswa Mazwai's celebration of two decades in music hit a bump after she was forced to cancel her tour to the United States.

Nota Baloyi slams Stella Ndabeni-Abrahams’ revealing outfit, sparks backlash

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Outspoke South African music executive Nota Baloyi's claims national small business minister Stella Ndabeni-Abrahams' recent outfit was too revealing.

Gugu Gumede thanks fans for support as she continues to shed kilograms

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Actress and director Gugu Gumede thanked her fans during her lifechanging weight loss journey that has inspired netizens to follow the same healthy path.

Beyoncé criticised amid slow ticket sales for 'Cowboy Carter' tour

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Multiple award-winning superstar Beyoncé faced backlash from fans worldwide after ticket sales for the Los Angeles leg of her 'Cowboy Carter' tour.

MacG’s ‘Uncancelable’ book divides Mzansi: supporters rally, critics slam

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Controversial host of 'Podcast and Chill' MacG has brushed off backlash over his controversial comments by pushing his new book, 'Uncancelable' on social media.

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