Maryn Blignaut

Education: BA in Communication Science, the University of South Africa (2012-2016), AFP Digital Investigation Techniques course (Google News Initiative, 2023), Google News Initiative training (2024)

Experience: Briefly News (2017-present)

Awards: Best Appealing Storytelling: Highest Average Pageviews, 2023 by Briefly News

Maryn Blignaut is the Human Interest manager and feature writer. She holds a BA degree in Communication Science, which she obtained from the University of South Africa in 2016. She joined the Briefly - South African News team shortly after graduating and has over six years of experience in the journalism field. Maryn passed the AFP Digital Investigation Techniques course (Google News Initiative), as well as a set of trainings for journalists by Google News Initiative. You can reach her at: maryn.blignaut@briefly.co.za

1263 articles published since 30 Oct 2017

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'I've 13 children with 5 different women' - Man reveals in video

A German-based Ghanaian man, Chief Adom, has opened up about his private and marriage life as he revealed that he has 13 children with five different women.

Man, 24, who hawks in traffic dressed in suit finally speaks, says he loves it

A young hardworking man, 24, who hawks dressed in suit during traffic has finally spoken on his style. He said he loves it and doesn't care what people think.

Man turns down over 60 offers to sell family home in the middle of multibillion construction project

Orlando Capote's home stands in the middle of a project said to be the biggest commercial development in the town, but for him, it is like selling his soul.

Boy, 6, born without arms due to rare condition, young mom left fighting for their survival

A mom feels like there is little hope for her and her son’s lives. She has been left struggling emotionally and financially after her son was born disabled.

Top 10 richest politicians in South Africa and how they made their moola

Some of South Africa’s politicians are making serious bank. Briefly News took a look at the 10 comrades who are worth millions, and even billions, as of 2021.

Patrick Salvado: Comedian Reveals He Pays His Wife 30% of All Money He Makes

Ugandan humorist Patrick Salvado has disclosed that he pays his wife 30% of all the money he makes from comedy shows, whether she was part of the deal or not.

Couple Who Cancelled Wedding in 2020 Almost Misses Second Chance After Groom Got Food Poisoning on D-Day

The disappointed and sad bride was forced to dance the night away with a mannequin version of her groom instead, after her man developed a stomach complication.

High School Students Surprise Elderly Teacher with Sneakers After Noticing His Shoes Were Getting Old

The students had noticed their teacher who loves sneakers was wearing ones that had started to wear out. The bought the teacher a new pair and gave him in class

Lady graduates as overall best student from Central University; inspires many with photos

A vibrant young lady, Angela Eduful, has got many screaming girl power on social media after emerging as the Overall Best Graduating Student. See her photos.

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