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. 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 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

973 articles published since 11 Jul 2024

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Police minister critiques Cape Town's crime prevention plan with N2 highway barrier proposal

South Africa

2 months ago

Allegations of sexual assault and handcuffing against officer in Gqeberha sparks investigation

South Africa

2 months ago

Finance Minister confirms ransomware attack on South Africa's Land Bank, R5.4 million ransom refused

South Africa

2 months ago

More than 10 criminal cases linked to businessman Brown Mogotsi submitted to NPA for review

South Africa

2 months ago

Criticism grows as Standard Bank denies privacy violations amid surge in fraud reports

South Africa

2 months ago

Five suspects arrested following fatal shooting in Philippi East informal settlement

South Africa

2 months ago

Man arrested for kidnapping, rape and murder of 7-year-old girl in Charl Cilliers

South Africa

2 months ago

A man was arrested for the alleged kidnapping, rape, and murder of a seven-year-old girl in Mpumalanga, sparking community outrage and police condemnation.

Attempted murder charges filed after officer shot in Delft hijacking

South Africa

2 months ago

Off-duty officer shot in Delft hijacking at traffic light; sustained stomach injuries and grazed head. Suspects fled in the officer's vehicle. Investigation ongoing.

South African government reassures women on sanitary pad safety amid chemical study concerns

South Africa

2 months ago

SAofficials reassure women about sanitary pad safety after a study found endocrine-disrupting chemicals in menstrual products, addressing public concerns.

ANC rejects MKP coalition request amid IFP leadership challenges in KwaZulu-Natal

South Africa

2 months ago

ANC rejects MKP coalition bid to unseat IFP government in KwaZulu-Natal; multi-party talks set for Durban focus on Premier Ntuli's no-confidence motion.

Hout Bay grieves as 17-year-old Amiena Swano's identity confirmed after weeks of uncertainty

South Africa

2 months ago

Amiena Swano, 17, identified after weeks of uncertainty, as three suspects face murder charges. The Hout Bay community mourns while the investigation continues.

Three bodies recovered as rescue teams hunt for Missing Workers in KwaZulu-Natal floods

South Africa

2 months ago

Search and rescue teams are tirelessly working to locate missing farm workers after a vehicle was swept off a flooded KZN bridge, with three bodies recovered so far.

Department of Health debunks false R1,200 HIV grant claims on social media

South Africa

2 months ago

The Department of Health debunks false R1,200 HIV grant claims on social media, urging South Africans to verify information from credible sources.

Johannesburg mayoral hopeful Helen Zille pledges to tackle corruption and create jobs

South Africa

2 months ago

Helen Zille outlines five priorities for her campaign, targeting water crisis solutions, job creation, anti-corruption measures, and improved governance.

Firefighters tackle blaze at China Mall in Durban, 14 trading units impacted

South Africa

2 months ago

Durban firefighters contained a blaze at China Mall, impacting 14 trading units. Investigators assess the damage as the mall remains closed for safety inspections.

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