Best News & Entertainment '24

Katleho Mositoane

Education: BA Communication Sciences: Media and Journalism, University of the Free State (2017)

Experience: Journalist, Seipone News (2017), Research and Business Writer Intern, The African Storyteller (2018), Subeditor and Proofreader, Clarity Global (2019–2024), Writing Fellow, African Liberty (2024), Entertainment Writer, Briefly News (2025–present)

Katleho Mositoane is an entertainment writer at Briefly News (joined 2025). She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Media and Journalism from the University of the Free State. She writes columns that explore the social, political, and economic dynamics in Africa. She began her journalism career at Seipone community newspaper, where she reported on local sports stories. She has published articles with The Chanzo, a Tanzanian outlet and The Rational Standard, a South African commentary platform. She also served as a Writing Fellow at African Liberty. Contact Katleho at katleho.mositoane@briefly.co.za

403 articles published since 22 Oct 2025

Author's articles

"Jesus does not co-sign Valentine's": Man of God warns Christians to stay away from Valentine's Day

"Jesus does not co-sign Valentine's": Man of God warns Christians to stay away from Valentine's Day

People

18 days ago

"My kids will be well fed": Woman removes her bread walkway after sun does its job

"My kids will be well fed": Woman removes her bread walkway after sun does its job

People

18 days ago

"She is very cute", Kid flexes proficiency in six South African languages

"She is very cute", Kid flexes proficiency in six South African languages

Family and Relationships

19 days ago

"Unplug Us, Sisi", Woman shocks Mzansi with her unconventional way of cooking wors

"Unplug Us, Sisi", Woman shocks Mzansi with her unconventional way of cooking wors

People

19 days ago

"Obviously staged", A Mzansi mother's attempt to fake cuteness flops

"Obviously staged", A Mzansi mother's attempt to fake cuteness flops

People

19 days ago

Woman rejects public marriage proposal in a viral TikTok moment

Woman rejects public marriage proposal in a viral TikTok moment

People

19 days ago

"Your kids won't inherit your degree", Mzansi man looks down on education and promotes nepotism

"Your kids won't inherit your degree", Mzansi man looks down on education and promotes nepotism

People

19 days ago

A South African man's TikTok post ignites debate, claiming formal education is overrated and advocating for wealth and financial literacy over degrees.

"I thought it was just one bag", Mzansi woman shows what R2k can get you at Woolies

"I thought it was just one bag", Mzansi woman shows what R2k can get you at Woolies

People

19 days ago

One woman's R2000 Woolworths (Woolies) haul is transforming perceptions about pricing, stirring excitement and vibrant discussion among Mzansi shoppers.

"Mzansi's best ENT specialist", world's 3D imprinted ear implant pioneer takes expertise online

"Mzansi's best ENT specialist", world's 3D imprinted ear implant pioneer takes expertise online

People

20 days ago

Professor Mashudu Tshifularo, a leading ENT specialist, has launched a TikTok account to share expert advice on ear health and address common concerns.

"Which brand specifically?" Mzansi is worried after warnings not to eat peanut butter

People

20 days ago

Panic ensues in South Africa after ButtaNutt's peanut butter recall due to dangerously high aflatoxin levels, raising health concerns and consumer questions.

Iconic Hilton Durban closes doors after management deal abruptly ends

Iconic Hilton Durban closes doors after management deal abruptly ends

People

20 days ago

Hilton Durban's sudden closure disrupts Durban's hospitality landscape, impacting bookings and corporate travel in a city striving to recover post-COVID.

"I've Never bothered myself going up there" Cape Town gale-winds trap hikers on a mountain

"I've Never bothered myself going up there" Cape Town gale-winds trap hikers on a mountain

People

20 days ago

Hikers were trapped on Lion's Head mountain due to fierce winds, prompting concerns about overcrowding and safety on this iconic Cape Town trail.

Jeffrey Epstein files: More damaging claims about Prince Andrew

Jeffrey Epstein files: More damaging claims about Prince Andrew

People

20 days ago

Newly released US Justice Department files reveal former Prince Andrew's compromising ties to Jeffrey Epstein, igniting fresh scrutiny and allegations of misconduct.

Couple marry live during Bad Bunny's epic 2026 Super Bowl Halftime show

Couple marry live during Bad Bunny's epic 2026 Super Bowl Halftime show

Family and Relationships

21 days ago

Bad Bunny's historic Super Bowl halftime show featured a live wedding, celebrating Puerto Rican culture and blending love with high-energy performance.

"It's basically a huge sandwich", Korean DJ enjoys kota in Mzansi

"It's basically a huge sandwich", Korean DJ enjoys kota in Mzansi

People

21 days ago

Korean DJ JinSeoulMusic shares her delight at tasting kota, a South African street food, sparking mixed reactions online during her cultural exchange in Mzansi.

Katleho Mositoane