Maryn Blignaut

Education: BA in Communication Science, University of South Africa (2012–2016), AFP Digital Investigation Techniques (GNI, 2023), Google News Initiative training (2024), Thomson Reuters Foundation AI Adoption Training and WAN-IFRA Women in News Programme (2025)

Experience: Briefly News (2017-present)

Awards: - Best Appealing Storytelling: Highest Average Pageviews, 2023 by Briefly News - Awarded the 2023 Gender Mainstreaming Award (Empowerment of Women in the Community) as part of the Briefly News team

Maryn Blignaut is the Editor-in-Chief at Briefly News, with nine years of experience in digital journalism. She holds a BA in Communication Science from the University of South Africa (2016) and specialises in digital storytelling and feature writing. She has completed advanced professional training in media and innovation, including the AFP Digital Investigation Techniques course, multiple Google News Initiative programmes, Thomson Reuters AI Adoption Training, and the WAN-IFRA Women in News leadership programme. For enquiries, contact maryn.blignaut@briefly.co.za

1172 articles published since 30 Oct 2017

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Man says women who dump cheating boyfriends aren't ready for marriage

South Africa

5 years ago

Video shows massive black mamba taking a swim at Durban beach

South Africa

5 years ago

NPA filmed doing Jerusalema challenge at court: "Lawyers have rhythm"

People

5 years ago

Mom and daughter dance together in video, SA confused: "Who is who?"

South Africa

5 years ago

Beyoncé's 'Already' music video recreated by talented Africans kids

World

5 years ago

Stunning journo celebrates 21st birthday and Mzansi can't believe it

South Africa

5 years ago

Zandile Gumede: SA reacts to corruption-accused politician's return

People

5 years ago

Corruption-accused former eThekwini mayor, Zandile Gumede, has returned to politics. The ANC politician has been appointed a KZN MPL and Mzansi is not happy.

Mzansi inspired by female engineer who is building her own house

South Africa

5 years ago

South Africans are inspired by Zamanzini Philisiwe Zungu - a female civil engineer who is building her own home. Photos of her work were posted on social media.

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Tobeka Madiba Zuma drags Jacob Zuma to court over child support

South Africa

5 years ago

Jacob Zuma and his wife, Tobeka Madiba, are reportedly heading to court. uBaba's estranged wifey reportedly wants R14 000 in child support for their daughter.

Local nurse holds baby while mom gets treated, photos go viral

People

5 years ago

Powerful images were posted online showing how much healthcare workers have been doing during this pandemic. The pics show a nurse holding a sick mom's baby.

Meet the female CEO of shoe-making company Saint Ozwald Shoes

People

5 years ago

Sandra Ozwald is the founder and CEO of Saint Ozwald Shoes. Her company produces Italian standard quality footwear for both local and international markets.

Itu Khune shows his wifey love after she posts a stunning selfie

South Africa

5 years ago

On Saturday, Sphelele Makhunga showed off her toned tummy and curves and she had her hubby fall in love all over again. The footballer responded to the photo.

Man builds his own bakkie using metal wire, wows SA: "Amazing"

World

5 years ago

A man has wowed South Africans with his amazing innovation. The creative citizen used scrap metals and other materials to construct his own working vehicle.

Take notes, world: Video shows how Saffas do the #JerusalemaChallenge

People

5 years ago

A video has surfaced online showing a group of dancers in a township dancing to Master KG's hit song, 'Jerusalema'. We took a look at some of the reactions.

Engineer gifts parents house as appreciation for good upbringing

People

5 years ago

A female engineer from Eldoret town, Uasin Gishu county, has left her parents smiling after she gifted them with a four-bedroom house for their good upbringing.

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