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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Acting Police Minister Cachalia blames weak schools and unemployment for gun violence in Cape Town

South Africa

7 months ago

South Africans speak out on allegations against Shadrack Sibiya’s SAPS appointment

South Africa

7 months ago

DA names Helen Zille as 2026 Johannesburg mayoral candidate at Soweto event

Politics

7 months ago

MKP councillor confirms alleged plot to arrest him before by-election, as Mkhwanazi testified

South Africa

7 months ago

Malawi police arrest eight election officials for alleged vote tampering

Africa

7 months ago

Scandal actress, Kgomotso Christopher, has found greener pastures in The River

Facts and lifehacks

7 months ago

Real Housewives of Durban: cast, actors ages and husbands, full episodes, seasons

TV Shows

7 months ago

After the success of the first season of the REAL HOUSEWIVES OF DURBAN, Showmax had added three new lovely ladies to the mix for the up-and-coming Season 2!

Fear or fascination? Nick Evans talks snakes and myths in South Africa’s gardens

People

7 months ago

Many people fear snakes in South Africa, but most are harmless. Nick Evans, a professional rescuer, discusses common myths and the truth about local snakes

Wills Week: The hidden cost of executors’ fees and why planning ahead matters

Opinion

7 months ago

National Wills Week is a timely reminder to prioritise drafting a Will. Having a legal and executable Will formalises your wishes is not enough. .

77% Surge in demand for AI skills in South Africa in just 12 months

Opinion

7 months ago

Pnet, a leading SA online recruitment platform, draws from more than six years of employment insights to investigate which AI skills are in the highest demand

South Africans applaud Shadrack Sibiya’s suspension amid interference allegations

South Africa

7 months ago

SA are celebrating the confirmation of Shadrack Sibiya’s suspension, with many expressing relief and satisfaction following the police interference allegations.

South Africans shocked as four killed in Cape Flats, Cape Town faces escalating gun violence

South Africa

7 months ago

Four people tragically lost their lives in separate shootings on Cape Flats, Cape Town, continuing a wave of gun violence that claimed seven lives just last week.

Near-physical altercation between Safa’s Danny Jordaan and NEC member Mkhangelwa in Bloemfontein

South Africa

7 months ago

Danny Jordaan and Simphiwe Mkhangelwa nearly clashed in Bloemfontein, sparking a scuffle that required senior members to intervene and separate the two

Senzo Mchunu vows to clear his name amid explosive allegations

South Africa

7 months ago

Senzo Mchunu maintains his innocence and is ready to clear his name at the Madlanga Inquiry hearings, following explosive political interference claims.

South Africans furious as water shortages hit Johannesburg with 14-hour daily throttle

South Africa

7 months ago

Johannesburg faces mounting anger as a 14-hour daily water throttle begins on 14 September 2025. South Africans express fury as the ongoing water crisis worsens.

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