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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DIRCO remembers late Ambassador Nathi Mthethwa as a global icon

South Africa

6 months ago

11-Year-old boy's accidental shooting leaves farm worker dead in Thabazimbi

South Africa

6 months ago

Police officer and ex-sergeant killed in Mthwalume, KwaZulu-Natal

South Africa

6 months ago

South Africans weigh in as Nathi Mthethwa’s family fetches his body from Richards Bay mortuary

South Africa

6 months ago

Masemola under fire from MPs over failure to oppose Mchunu's political killings task team decision

South Africa

6 months ago

South Africans weigh in on Bheki Cele's tribute to Nathi Mthethwa’s crime-fighting legacy

South Africa

6 months ago

Johannesburg High Court’s claim on bail ignites public outrage in KT Molefe case

South Africa

6 months ago

The Johannesburg High Court's statement that bail is not a form of punishment has sparked widespread outrage after KT Molefe’s release on 10 October 2025.

5 Arrested as Hawks and SAHPRA close down fake pharmacy in Mpumalanga

South Africa

6 months ago

The Hawks, together with SAHPRA and local authorities, raided a fake pharmacy in Acornhoek, Mpumalanga, arresting the owner and four employees on 9 October 2025

South Africans furious over City Power's court challenge against Hawks' search

South Africa

6 months ago

SA are furious as City Power challenges the legality of a Hawks' search operation, denying any attempt to obstruct an ongoing investigation into irregular contracts.

RAF accused of tactics to avoid property seizure amid non-payment of claims, SIU reveals

South Africa

6 months ago

The SIU exposed the RAF for using tactics such as leasing vehicles and office equipment and moving funds to new accounts to avoid paying claimants.

South Africans blast Social Development Minister amidst growing outrage over ‘irregular hiring’

South Africa

6 months ago

Amid increasing criticism, SA voice their concerns over the Social Development Minister’s alleged involvement in irregular hiring, demanding immediate reform.

Who is Boohle? The inspiring story of South African singer

Celebrity biographies

6 months ago

BOOHLE is one of the fast-rising music stars in South Africa. She started singing in her church's choir before developing herself for the marketplace. Read on!

Metallica's net worth: which member of the band is the richest?

Celebrity biographies

6 months ago

Metallica is a heavy metal band from the USA that has existed for over four decades. The four-person group continues to tour the world and sell records in 2023.

Everyday spending habits draining South African wallets

Opinion

6 months ago

People think they are managing their money well, but small habits can drain wallets. Hendri Van Dyke said that identifying these “hidden leaks” is the first step.

Grocery hacks to beat South African food inflation

Opinion

6 months ago

Strategic changes to shopping habits can lead to substantial savings. Food inflation prices may be rising, but consumers can take control with these grocery hacks

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