Justin Williams

Education: Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Film & Multimedia Production, and English literary studies, University of Cape Town (UCT). 2021-2024.

Experience: Writer and Chief Editor at Right for Education Africa: South African chapter from 2022 - 2023. Opinion Editor and Current Affairs Writer at Briefly News since 2024.

Awards: Best Performing Articles for Right for Education (2023). UCT Dean's Merit List (2023)

Justin Williams joined Briefly News in 2024. He is currently the Opinion Editor and a Current Affairs Writer. He completed his Bachelor of Arts (BA) degree in Film & Multimedia Production and English Literary Studies from the University of Cape Town in 2024. Justin is a former writer and chief editor at Right for Education Africa: South African chapter. Contact Justin at justin.williams@briefly.co.za

1324 articles published since 11 Jul 2024

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Cocaine worth R250,000 seized from Nigerian national in Nelspruit raid

South Africa

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Ramaphosa's Turbulent tenure: Will his reforms leave a lasting legacy?

South Africa

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R450m cocaine plane case links Australian smuggler to Gauteng ‘Big Five Cartel’ base

South Africa

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Minister Mantashe to visit Ekapa Mine as five miners remain trapped underground for 74 hours

South Africa

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Orania to welcome American delegation as bonds strengthen with young republicans

South Africa

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Kenny Kunene claims Julius Malema had close ties with notorious taxi boss Mswazi and KT Molefe

South Africa

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Two women arrested for bringing grandmother's body to Capitec Bank over insurance dispute

South Africa

2 days ago

Two women in KwaZulu-Natal were arrested for bringing their grandmother's body to a Capitec Bank over an insurance payout dispute, causing a public disturbance.

Community shocked as Muslim cleric killed outside Mitchells Plain mosque

South Africa

2 days ago

A Muslim cleric, Moulana Moestaqeem Wanza, was tragically shot outside a mosque in Mitchells Plain during Ramadan prayers, leaving the community in shock.

Competition Commission moves to prosecute PG Glass and Glasfit for price-fixing scheme

South Africa

2 days ago

The Competition Commission probes PG Glass and Glasfit for fixing automotive glass prices since 2004, seeking prosecution under the Competition Act of 1998.

Four dead in Limpopo after bus plunges into ditch en route to Zimbabwe

South Africa

2 days ago

A bus accident near Makhado on the N1 left four dead. Investigations reveal ongoing safety concerns at the site, following a prior fatal crash in October 2025.

Authorities launch murder investigation as woman's body found in cupboard in Hout Bay

South Africa

2 days ago

A decomposed body found in Hout Bay may belong to missing 17-year-old Amiena Swano. Authorities launch a murder investigation as they await DNA results.

Amber Lee Hughes claims brutal act was to protect child from alleged neglect

South Africa

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Amber Lee Hughes claimed she killed four-year-old Nada Jane Challita to save her from neglect. Court proceedings reveal her remorse and troubled past.

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KZN family carries deceased into Capitec Bank amid life policy dispute

South Africa

3 days ago

A Capitec Bank branch in Stanger was closed after a family brought in a dead body over a life insurance payout dispute, stirring community outrage and disbelief.

Starlink challenges South Africa’s licensing framework amid ongoing standoff

South Africa

3 days ago

Starlink seeks a South African licence to connect 5,000 rural schools with high-speed internet, amid regulatory delays and empowerment compliance challenges.

30-year-old man charged with conspiracy in whistleblower Marumo Phenya's murder case

South Africa

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Minenhle Mthembu, 30, faces court for conspiracy in whistleblower Marumo Phenya’s murder, exposing corruption in Home Affairs tenders. Investigation ongoing.

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