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

970 articles published since 11 Jul 2024

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South Africans slam Nigerian Pastor for swipe at Gayton McKenzie

South Africa

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MultiChoice revenue plummets 6% amid inflation and subscriber decline

South Africa

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Former Rupert and Markus Jooste mansion in Hermanus sold for R105m

South Africa

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Mixed reactions as Fadiel Adams and Dereleen James engage in heated debate at Parliament

South Africa

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EFF slams US Ambassador Brent Bozell's remarks as threat to South Africa's sovereignty

South Africa

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United States Ambassador Brent Bozell III raises concerns over ‘Kill the Boer’ chant

South Africa

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Allegations of racial profiling spark resignation in ActionSA, R200,000 legal threat revealed

South Africa

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Former ActionSA councillor Gen Durand resigns amid contract dispute, alleging racial profiling and political tensions as councillors consider joining DA.

North West Primary School shuts down after ceiling collapse during class, parents demand repairs

South Africa

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Logaga Primary School in the North West closed after a ceiling collapse during class, amid urgent calls for repairs following severe storm damage.

Renewed outcry over scholar transport safety after two accidents in Gauteng and Free State

South Africa

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Two scholar transport accidents in Gauteng and Free State raise safety concerns, as social media demands accountability for over 800 fatalities since 2018.

Health Minister Aaron Motsoaledi weighs in after family refuses blood transfusion for teen's surgery

South Africa

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Health Minister Motsoaledi may seek court approval for vital liver transplant as family’s Jehovah's Witness beliefs jeopardise the boy's urgent treatment.

Home Affairs minister introduces quick smart ID applications at bank branches across South Africa

South Africa

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Minister Leon Schreiber unveils a digital partnership for Smart ID applications at bank branches, enhancing security with biometric verification in just ten minutes.

Police minister critiques Cape Town's crime prevention plan with N2 highway barrier proposal

South Africa

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Acting Minister Cachalia rejects Cape Town's N2 barrier wall as ineffective for crime prevention, advocating for integrated strategies to enhance public safety.

Allegations of sexual assault and handcuffing against officer in Gqeberha sparks investigation

South Africa

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A police officer in Gqeberha faces investigation for the alleged handcuffing and assault of a woman at his barracks room in Nelson Mandela Bay on 24 February 2026.

Finance Minister confirms ransomware attack on South Africa's Land Bank, R5.4 million ransom refused

South Africa

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Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana confirms a ransomware attack on South Africa's Land Bank, with hackers demanding five Bitcoin but critical systems remain secure.

More than 10 criminal cases linked to businessman Brown Mogotsi submitted to NPA for review

South Africa

a month ago

North West police have submitted over 10 case dockets against businessman Brown Mogotsi to the NPA, including a lingering 2011 murder case, amid serious allegations.

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