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

Author's articles

An Orlando Pirates star says he wanted to be just like a PSL legend

Football

a year ago

Royal AM coach John Maduka insists his side will not be affected by transfer ban

Football

a year ago

Under fire Bafana Bafana goalkeeper Veli Mothwa is backed to improve

Football

a year ago

Mamelodi Sundowns star Abubeker Nassir is training with a PSL rival

Football

a year ago

Masandawana showed their intention with a masterclass performance

Football

a year ago

AmaZulu FC faces a key decision ahead of their clash against Kaizer Chiefs

Football

a year ago

Returning Lesiba Nku is ready to prove himself at Mamelodi Sundowns

Football

a year ago

Following his recovery from injury, midfielder Lesiba Nku said he is ready to prove himself worthy when Mamelodi Sundowns face PSL rivals Marumo Gallants.

"This is the time": Kaizer Chiefs legend backs Amakhosi to put smiles on fans faces

Football

a year ago

A former Kaizer Chiefs and Bafana Bafana star has backed Amakhosi to put smiles on the faces of their fans by beating fierce local rivals this season.

"Proud of you, bro": Fans praise teen winger Shandre Campbell's parental love

Football

a year ago

After sharing a heartwarming picture of his parents on social media, local fans showed their appreciation for 19-year-old winger Shandre Campbell.

Former PSL star Junior Khanye predicts rough seas for Orlando Pirates

Football

a year ago

Former Kaizer Chiefs star Junior Khanye does not have a favourable opinion of Orlando Pirates' potential in the CAF Champions League this season.

"We are taking this CAF to Orlando": Bucs fans are not afraid of possible group of death

Football

a year ago

Soweto side Orlando Pirates could face tough opposition in the CAF Champions League group stages when the draw is made on Monday, 7 October 2024.

Boks that give back: Local rugby stars committed to helping the people of Mzansi

Rugby

a year ago

After exciting fans across South Africa, several Springbok stars have started foundations dedicated to helping children and communities across the country.

"Bright future ahead": Stellenbosch FC promotes a future star to their senior squad

Football

a year ago

After impressive displays in the youth ranks, a Stellenbosch youngster has signed a professional contract with the PSL club and will feature in the senior side.