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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Health struggles deepen as blind Soweto man's cousin empties R421,000 RAF payout account in hours

South Africa

2 months ago

ANC councillor shot dead at community meeting in Nyanga: Tributes pour in

South Africa

2 months ago

Presidency clarifies Minister McKenzie’s views on ICE and World Cup

South Africa

2 months ago

Local production costs force Mpact to lay Off 400 employees: Closure set for March 2026

South Africa

2 months ago

Paul O’Sullivan hits back at MK Party, says he has ‘no respect’ for Zuma

South Africa

2 months ago

Eastern Cape farmer blasts Steenhuisen for failing to curb foot-and-mouth disease outbreak

South Africa

2 months ago

Limpopo woman gives birth to conjoined twins, hopes for life-saving surgery

South Africa

2 months ago

A woman in Limpopo gave birth to conjoined twins at Mankweng Hospital, as doctors work to assess their health and potential surgery following this rare event.

US President Trump doubles down on Trevor Noah: “He’s terrible”

Politics

2 months ago

Trump criticises Trevor Noah as a "lightweight" after Grammy comments, denies Epstein allegations, and threatens legal action over the comedian's claims.

Overcrowding crisis: South Africa's prisons house 170,000 inmates in a 107,000 bed capacity system

South Africa

2 months ago

South Africa faces severe prison overcrowding with 170,000 inmates against a 107,000 bed capacity, prompting major contraband crackdowns and disciplinary actions.

Authorities nab five suspects following violent murder in Humansdorp farm

South Africa

2 months ago

Five men, aged 22 to 37, were arrested for the murder of Deon Du Toit on a Humansdorp farm. They face charges of murder and possession of stolen items.

Pakistani woman arrested for practising medicine without qualifications for over a decade in Johannesburg

South Africa

2 months ago

A 50-year-old woman was arrested in Midrand for practising medicine without qualifications for over a decade, with forged documents seized by police.

ANC firm on coalition partnerships despite Morero’s no-confidence motion in Johannesburg

South Africa

2 months ago

Fikile Mbalula says coalition changes in Johannesburg are unlikely amidst service delivery challenges and a no-confidence motion against Mayor Morero.

General Mkhwanazi demands clarity from IPID over investigation withdrawal

South Africa

2 months ago

KZN Police Commissioner Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi disputes the IPID's investigation process amid allegations of influence from Paul O'Sullivan, seeking accountability.

KwaZulu-Natal school suspends classes over poor sanitation conditions

South Africa

2 months ago

Mthiyaqhwa School in Nkandla suspends classes due to non-compliant sanitation. The KwaZulu-Natal Department of Education delivers chemical toilets urgently.

Malema slams Trump’s reckless leadership and its worldwide consequences

South Africa

2 months ago

Julius Malema criticises Trump's leadership at EFF Plenum 2026, alleging US aggression fuels global instability, highlighting a legacy of violence and imperialism.

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