Best News & Entertainment '24

Ncube Harrison

Education: Bachelor of Arts in Media Studies Zimbabwe Open University (2016 - 2020), Certificate in Graphic Design Boston Media (2022), Certificate in Radio Broadcasting HOT Training Academy (2024)

Experience: Editor at Sports Buzz (2018–2022), Football writer at Sports Journal (2023–2024), Broadcaster at Radio 54 African Panorama Live (2021–2023), Sports Editor at Briefly News (February 2025 - present).

Awards: Top performer Briefly News 2025 and Top Sports Writer 2025

Harrison Ncube is a sports journalist with years of experience covering African and global sports. He holds a Bachelor of Arts in Media Studies from the Zimbabwe Open University and previously worked at Sports Buzz (2018–2022), freelanced for Sports Journal (2023–2024), and contributed to Radio 54 African Panorama Live (2021–2023). He joined Briefly News in February 2025. For inquiries, reach him at ncube.harrison@briefly.co.za.

2040 articles published since 06 Feb 2025

Author's articles

Idries Sheriff case update: Family speaks as court delays loom in drunk driving trial

Idries Sheriff case update: Family speaks as court delays loom in drunk driving trial

Sports

a month ago

Springboks star Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu breaks silence on abuse before Stormers milestone

Springboks star Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu breaks silence on abuse before Stormers milestone

Rugby

a month ago

Cape Town rugby teen’s life cut short in brutal Elsies River robbery stabbing

Cape Town rugby teen’s life cut short in brutal Elsies River robbery stabbing

Rugby

a month ago

“The first half was chaos”: Calli Hauger-Thackery opens up after running the Boston Marathon 22 weeks pregnant

“The first half was chaos”: Calli Hauger-Thackery opens up after running the Boston Marathon 22 weeks pregnant

Sports

a month ago

Griquas rugby in mourning after death of Schalk Willem Botma

Griquas rugby in mourning after death of Schalk Willem Botma

Rugby

a month ago

Tragedy strikes Ironman event as experienced triathlete drowns during open-water swim

Tragedy strikes Ironman event as experienced triathlete drowns during open-water swim

Sports

a month ago

South Africa mourns “The Champ” as wrestling legend Jan Wilkens dies at 83

South Africa mourns “The Champ” as wrestling legend Jan Wilkens dies at 83

Sports

a month ago

South African wrestling icon Jan Wilkens, known as "The Champ," has passed away at 83, leaving a profound legacy and heartfelt tributes from fans.

Houghton Golf Club ban sparks outrage after a visitor stopped over a Palestinian flag

Houghton Golf Club ban sparks outrage after a visitor stopped over a Palestinian flag

Sports

a month ago

A Johannesburg man faces a Houghton Golf Club ban for displaying a Palestinian flag, igniting debate on free expression versus club policies amid official responses.

Kaizer Chiefs boss Bobby Motaung dragged into explosive R5m bribery claims involving police chief

Kaizer Chiefs boss Bobby Motaung dragged into explosive R5m bribery claims involving police chief

Football

a month ago

Explosive claims by Daphney Manamela implicate Bobby Motaung in bribery, revealing a deeper power struggle within SAPS and linking to the Mbombela Stadium fraud case

Two Oceans Marathon drama: Karin-Mari Dötze’s Top 10 dream rewritten after race rule breach

Two Oceans Marathon drama: Karin-Mari Dötze’s Top 10 dream rewritten after race rule breach

Sports

a month ago

Two Oceans Marathon women's half marathon results see Karin-Mari Dötze's Top 10 finish revised due to disqualifications after race entry violations.

Ethan Hooker’s coast-to-coast magic not enough as Sharks fall short in Wales

Ethan Hooker’s coast-to-coast magic not enough as Sharks fall short in Wales

Rugby

a month ago

Ethan Hooker's breathtaking solo try led the Sharks in a dramatic 21–17 defeat to the Ospreys, igniting passionate fan debate over his impact in the URC clash.

Nürburgring tragedy: Juha Miettinen dies in horror seven-car crash as Max Verstappen leads tributes

Nürburgring tragedy: Juha Miettinen dies in horror seven-car crash as Max Verstappen leads tributes

Sports

a month ago

A tragic crash at Nürburgring claims veteran driver Juha Miettinen's life during qualifying; the motorsport community mourns and pays tribute to a beloved figure.

Jake White and Selborne make peace as rugby project gets back on track

Jake White and Selborne make peace as rugby project gets back on track

Rugby

a month ago

Selborne College and Jake White have resolved their rugby programme dispute, committing to a renewed partnership for future development and stability.

Siya Kolisi turns coffee into a lifeline in R60 million hunger fight

Siya Kolisi turns coffee into a lifeline in R60 million hunger fight

Rugby

a month ago

Join Siya Kolisi's First Cup Fund campaign tackling child hunger in South Africa. Purchase coffee to support vulnerable communities and boost food security.

Frans Steyn’s iconic Springbok jersey fuels race to save young girl’s life

Frans Steyn’s iconic Springbok jersey fuels race to save young girl’s life

Rugby

a month ago

Springboks legend Frans Steyn donates his iconic jersey to raise funds for young Olive Noël's life-saving stem cell transplant amidst her health battle.

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