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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Lloyiso Gijana Spreads His Musical Wings After Announcing Debut London Concert

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Munaka Muthambi Leaves 'Piano Pulse', Starts New Journey on Dream Project

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Emtee Faces Backlash Over AI-Generated Images of His Recording Offices

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Sweet Guluva Scores Major Sponsorship Deal with Popular Local Clothing Brand

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Zakwe Hopes to Gain Fan Support and Lose Weight on TV Show ‘Heavyweights’

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Priddy Ugly Sparks Mixed Reactions With Cryptic Tweet on Black Family Structure

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Uyanda Hlangabezo Celebrates Triumphant Homecoming with Fans in the Eastern Cape

Celebrities

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After finishing as the runner-up of Big Brother Mzansi season five, Uyanda Hlangabezo got a warm welcome from fans following his return to the Eastern Cape.

A True 'Black Pearl' Moment: Thando Mokoena Stuns at Her Prom

Celebrities

2 months ago

Thando Mokoena, the daughter of South African actress Pearl Thusi, impressed local fans after wearing a stunning dress, designed by Gert Johan Coetzee, at her prom.

Tyla’s Coachella 2025 Performance Set to Fetch R22 000 Entry Fee

Music

2 months ago

Fans will have to fork out over R22 000 to watch South African artist Tyla perform alongside global superstars at the 2025 Coachella Valley festival in USA.

Jojo Apologizes to Fans After Fake Fundraising Scandal: A Step Towards Growth

Celebrities

2 months ago

Big Brother Mzansi star and aspiring singer Karabo Sejojo earned the respect of local fans after she made a public apology regarding a recent fundraising scandal.

Mpumelelo Mseleku’s Fatal Shooting at Home Turns Into Murder Investigation

Celebrities

2 months ago

Reality TV star and former footballer Mpumelelo Mseleku is reportedly facing murder charges after killing a home intruder in February 2025 at his KZN home.

Rapper Shebeshxt’s New Wheels Turns Heads: Fans Question His Latest Ride

Celebrities

2 months ago

South African rapper Shebeshxt turned heads after reportedly buying his fourth new car since 2024 as fans question his new purchase of a Volkswagen Golf GTI.

Sana Mchunu Provides Heartwarming Update on Nandi Nyembe's Recovery Journey

Celebrities

2 months ago

Veteran actress Nandi Nyembe has begun her recovery from health issues that has left the former Soul City and Yizo Yizo star needing help from Mzansi citizens.

Grandpa Shady: American Rapper Eminem Hits New Personal Milestone

Music

2 months ago

Global hip-hop superstar Eminem celebrated becoming a grandfather for the first time after his daughter gave birth to an adorable boy on Friday, 4 April 2025.

Shauwn Mkhize Casts Royal AM Heartbreak Aside to Celebrate 50th Birthday in Style

Celebrities

2 months ago

South African businesswoman Shauwn Mkhize spent the weekend celebrating her 50th birthday on Sunday, 6 April 2025, amid Royal AM's PSL explusion.

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