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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Government reviews Bushiri extradition judgment, Mzansi reacts

South Africa

5 months ago

Witness C alleges Vusimuzi Matlala paid millions to Lt-Gen Shadrack Sibiya in bribes

South Africa

5 months ago

Mamelodi cousins' family struggles with sleepless nights and emotional distress after shooting

South Africa

5 months ago

Drugs worth R20 million bound for Cape Town seized in Midrand raid, SA weigh in

South Africa

5 months ago

Johannesburg authorities investigate deadly taxi crash that killed 7

South Africa

5 months ago

Three-year-old dies after being forgotten in locked car in Seshego, South Africans weigh in

South Africa

5 months ago

Young South Africans struggle with finances amid record-high youth unemployment

Opinion

5 months ago

Many young workers in SA are feeling financially stretched. Understand the struggles, from high unemployment to rising living costs, and gain tips on budgeting.

Mpumalanga father sets wife and two children alight before taking his own life

South Africa

5 months ago

A man from Mpumalanga murdered his wife and two children by setting them alight in a car at Zithabiseni Bridge. He died after ingesting poison before arrest

Juggling exam stress: How parents can be the support system their kids need

Opinion

5 months ago

As matric and tertiary exams approach, students face increasing pressure. Learn how parents can help reduce exam stress while caring for their own well-being.

Former SAPS Deputy Commissioner Dr Leah Shibambo shares how an SMS led to her dismissal from SAPS

South Africa

5 months ago

Former SAPS Deputy National Police Commissioner Dr. Leah Shibambo reveals how a reshuffle led to her dismissal, as she discusses the role of rules in her removal

Grade 1 pupil at St Stithians College suffers hearing damage after alleged bullying incident

South Africa

5 months ago

A Grade 1 student has reportedly suffered hearing damage after an alleged bullying incident where a fellow student inserted pencil shavings into her ears.

NPA questions Judge Schoeman’s ruling in Omotoso’s acquittal at Gqeberha High Court

South Africa

5 months ago

The NPA has returned to the Gqeberha High Court, seeking clarification from Judge Irma Schoeman on ruling that acquitted Timothy Omotoso and his co-accused

Johannesburg police dismantle human trafficking ring, rescuing 58 Ethiopian victims

South Africa

6 months ago

58 Ethiopian nationals were rescued from a safe house in Johannesburg where they were held under overcrowded and inhumane conditions. Three suspects were arrested.

KZN Transport MEC Siboniso Duma cracks down on illegal truck operations along N3

South Africa

6 months ago

KwaZulu-Natal's Transport MEC Siboniso Duma launched a #NenzaniLaEzweni crackdown on unroadworthy trucks and undocumented drivers on Saturday, 25 October 2025.

Light aircraft crashes into school building in Ekurhuleni

South Africa

6 months ago

A light aircraft crashed into a school building in Alberton, Ekurhuleni on Sunday, 26 October 2025. The crash occurred during an evaluation flight test

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