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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

Author's articles

Elon Musk: World's Richest Man Loses R197 Billion in a Day amid Twitter Takeover Row

Elon Musk: World's Richest Man Loses R197 Billion in a Day amid Twitter Takeover Row

US

4 years ago

Gucci, Adidas Cause Uproar After Launching R20k Umbrella that's Not Waterproof

Gucci, Adidas Cause Uproar After Launching R20k Umbrella that's Not Waterproof

Europe

4 years ago

Rihanna, A$AP Rocky Welcome First Child Together: "It's a Boy"

Rihanna, A$AP Rocky Welcome First Child Together: "It's a Boy"

US

4 years ago

Silent exit: WhatsApp to allow users to leave unwanted groups on the downlow

Silent exit: WhatsApp to allow users to leave unwanted groups on the downlow

US

4 years ago

I was made to pay over R40k to pastors to pray & save my dying mum but they failed - Praye Tintin

I was made to pay over R40k to pastors to pray & save my dying mum but they failed - Praye Tintin

Africa

4 years ago

Kourtney Kardashian and Travis Barker Marry in Santa Barbara Ceremony

Kourtney Kardashian and Travis Barker Marry in Santa Barbara Ceremony

US

4 years ago

It's her 1st time: Schoolgirl cries, fears for her life as teacher introduces computer mouse in class in video

It's her 1st time: Schoolgirl cries, fears for her life as teacher introduces computer mouse in class in video

Africa

4 years ago

A schoolgirl engaged in a physical struggle with her teacher during what is believed to be an ICT class. She cried as her teacher forced her to touch a mouse.

Megan Thee Stallion Goes Viral After Electric Performance at Billboard Awards, Wins Best Rap Female Artiste

Megan Thee Stallion Goes Viral After Electric Performance at Billboard Awards, Wins Best Rap Female Artiste

US

4 years ago

American rapper Megan Thee Stallion twerk wore a jaw-dropping sheer catsuit with a thong as she leads the red hot performances at the Billboard 2022 Awards.

Cassper Nyovest cars 2022: collection, photos and price

Cassper Nyovest cars 2022: collection, photos and price

Celebrity biographies

4 years ago

CASSPER NYOVEST CARS are part of his enviable collection of properties. Read on to find out more about the vehicles owned by the hugely popular musician.

Video of 'angry' bride walking with her hubby at their wedding causes stir; many question if she wants to marry

Video of 'angry' bride walking with her hubby at their wedding causes stir; many question if she wants to marry

Africa

4 years ago

A bride appeared gloomy as she walked alongside her husband together with the bridesmaid and groomsman during her traditional wedding ceremony. Watch the video.

“You're so beautiful”: Pretty lady shows off her unique skin; many gush over her photo

“You're so beautiful”: Pretty lady shows off her unique skin; many gush over her photo

Europe

4 years ago

It's a rare skin condition. A beautiful lady, known on Twitter as Nicky, has glowed in a photo showing off her unique skin and fashion quality. Read on Briefly.

"She's My Confidant": Man Says Wife Helped Pay His School Fees, Broke up Later Before Reuniting

"She's My Confidant": Man Says Wife Helped Pay His School Fees, Broke up Later Before Reuniting

Africa

4 years ago

A doting high school teacher revealed he fell in love with his wife first day they met when she boarded his taxi but said their relationship hasn't been smooth.

Man pursues his wife, returns her to her parents after discovering she is not a virgin, many stunned

Man pursues his wife, returns her to her parents after discovering she is not a virgin, many stunned

Africa

4 years ago

A newly-wed man has reportedly chased his wife away after he discovered that she is not a virgin as claimed before their marriage. The union was 4 months old.

Parents Sue Son and His Wife For Taking Too Long to Get Baby, Demand Grandchild Within 12 Months

Parents Sue Son and His Wife For Taking Too Long to Get Baby, Demand Grandchild Within 12 Months

Asia

4 years ago

An Indian couple is suing their son and his wife for taking too long to give them a grandchild and given them 12 months to do it or pay a R10 million fine.

Entire household break into tears as honest taxi driver returns R17k left in his car

Entire household break into tears as honest taxi driver returns R17k left in his car

Africa

4 years ago

A market woman in Ghana could not hold back her tears. Her entire household cried when a taxi driver returned GHc8k that she left in his car the next morning.

Maryn Blignaut