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

970 articles published since 11 Jul 2024

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

South Africa

a month ago

Five suspects arrested following fatal shooting in Philippi East informal settlement

South Africa

a month ago

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

South Africa

a month ago

Attempted murder charges filed after officer shot in Delft hijacking

South Africa

a month ago

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

South Africa

a month ago

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

South Africa

a month ago

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

South Africa

a month 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

a month 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

a month 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

a month 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

a month 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.

Ernst Roets plans to plant 3,000 crosses in Washington to spotlight farm attacks in SA

South Africa

a month ago

Ernst Roets' campaign to plant 3,000 white crosses in DC aims to raise awareness of farm attacks in South Africa, sparking varied opinions on social media.

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Stellenbosch University responds to alleged racism residence incident under police investigation

South Africa

a month ago

Stellenbosch University investigates a vandalism incident at a Men's Residence after a football match disagreement, highlighting issues of racism and entitlement.

South Africans weigh in as 62 retired detectives return to combat crime in Western Cape

South Africa

a month ago

62 experienced detectives re-enlisted in SAPS aim to combat Western Cape's gang violence, sparking debate on police strategy and youth recruitment on social media.

Western Cape Premier Alan Winde breaches conduct rules over undisclosed US trip

South Africa

a month ago

Premier Alan Winde allegedly breached conduct rules by failing to declare US travel sponsorship, raising ethical concerns over transparency and accountability.

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