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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Zuma Foundation condemns court ruling on R28.9 million legal fee repayment

South Africa

6 months ago

Confidential SAPS report names key drug kingpins operating in South Africa

South Africa

6 months ago

Fatal crash in Mpumalanga: Four confirmed dead in N12 vehicle overturn

South Africa

6 months ago

Fatal shooting of samous KwaZulu-Natal healer rocks local community

South Africa

6 months ago

Nelson Mandela Children’s Fund voices concern over Milnerton High School assault

South Africa

6 months ago

King Misuzulu KaZwelithini accuses KwaZulu-Natal government of sabotaging UAE trip

South Africa

6 months ago

South Africans praise Gauteng police for action in shootout that killed kidnappers in Parktown

South Africa

6 months ago

Gauteng police were praised by South Africans for their swift response, resulting in the death of three suspected kidnappers in Parktown, Johannesburg

South African rand surges after FATF lifts greylist status, South Africans weigh in

Money

6 months ago

On 24 October 2025, South Africa was officially removed from the FATF greylist after meeting all anti-money laundering and counter-terrorism financing standards.

Milnerton High learner, seen as victim in viral video, also faces bullying allegations

South Africa

6 months ago

The Milnerton High learner seen as a victim in a viral assault video now faces bullying allegations, including claims involving a pupil with autism.

Noeleen Maholwana Sangqu: her story of resilience, reinvention, and influence

Facts and lifehacks

6 months ago

Noeleen Maholwana-Sangqu is a former South African radio and TV talk show host and philanthropist. She is best known for hosting the SABC daily talk show 3Talk.

Meet Andrew Santino's wife: All we know so far about her

Celebrity biographies

6 months ago

Andrew Santino's wife's identity has been shrouded in mystery since the comedian revealed he was a married man. Who is she and how long have they been together?

Old ways are costing South African businesses millions annually

Opinion

6 months ago

As customer expectations rise, more South African companies are adopting design thinking. This approach fosters collaboration and drives business growth.

New report highlights how Gen Z graduates face higher costs of living than millennials

Opinion

6 months ago

A new report reveals how the cost of living for young South Africans has surged, making it harder for Gen Z graduates to thrive compared to Millennials in 2005.

10-Year-old among three family members killed in KZN shooting

South Africa

6 months ago

Three family members, including a 10-year-old child, were tragically killed in a shooting incident in Mandlankala, Richards Bay, KZN, on October 21, 2025.

KZN's 76 special schools at risk of closure over payment failures by education dept, SA weigh in

South Africa

6 months ago

The education department's failure to pay schools in KZN has resulted in the suspension of operations for 76 special schools, impacting districts in the province.

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