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

Author's articles

Traffic officials alarmed as over 240 arrested for drunk driving over festive season

South Africa

a month ago

Amid power outages, Tshwane Municipality insists infrastructure age is not the key issue

South Africa

a month ago

Fire erupts in Vrygrond: 38 Structures lost, Gift of the Givers provides urgent relief

South Africa

a month ago

Human head discovered in Nkomazi River amid search for missing SANDF soldier

South Africa

a month ago

Three arrested in Cape Town over gang-related shootings, murders amid rising violence

South Africa

a month ago

Another cyclist fatality: 72-Year-old collapses on busy Camps Bay route

South Africa

a month ago

Ginger Park resident demands R50,000 to relocate amid City crackdown on hijacked properties

South Africa

a month ago

A Ginger Park resident demands R50,000 compensation for relocation as the City of Johannesburg plans to tackle illegal shack rentals amid a court order.

Matric student found dead after alleged forced initiation in North West

South Africa

a month ago

A matric learner from Tiego Tawana Secondary School, Onalenna Booi, tragically died after being forcibly taken to an initiation school near Mafikeng.

ANC defends approach to hijacked buildings, slams Mashaba's claims of criminal deals

South Africa

a month ago

The ANC criticises Herman Mashaba’s claims on hijacked buildings, urging a balanced approach to the crisis, blending law enforcement and urban renewal efforts.

City of Johannesburg launches criminal cases against illegal shack rentals

South Africa

a month ago

Johannesburg cracks down on illegal land occupations at Ginger Park informal settlement, targeting profiteers and enhancing safety amid rising tensions.

City of Cape Town addresses concerns over Tweede Nuwe Jaar parade amid route change discussions

South Africa

a month ago

The City of Cape Town clarifies its role in the 2026 Tweede Nuwe Jaar parade amid EFF criticism over route changes and potential entry fees impacting tradition

Preliminary report on matric exam cheating at Pretoria schools set for release

South Africa

a month ago

A report reveals a Pretoria matric examination cheating scandal involving 26 pupils. Allegations of illegally accessed papers raise concerns over exam integrity.