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.

2642 articles published since 06 Feb 2025

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Onthatile Zulu exposes South Africa’s women’s hockey funding crisis ahead of World Cup

Onthatile Zulu exposes South Africa’s women’s hockey funding crisis ahead of World Cup

Sports

2 months ago

World Cup Final Referee’s Controversial Past Comes Back Into Focus Before Spain vs Argentina

World Cup Final Referee’s Controversial Past Comes Back Into Focus Before Spain vs Argentina

Football

2 months ago

Rassie Erasmus sends strong warning as Springboks hand four players Test debuts against Wales

Rassie Erasmus sends strong warning as Springboks hand four players Test debuts against Wales

Rugby

2 months ago

Dricus du Plessis can earn UFC title shot with statement win over Usman, says coach Morne Visser

Dricus du Plessis can earn UFC title shot with statement win over Usman, says coach Morne Visser

Sports

2 months ago

Dricus Du Plessis vows his UFC loss will be his last as Sean Strickland rematch looms

Dricus Du Plessis vows his UFC loss will be his last as Sean Strickland rematch looms

Sports

2 months ago

Referee legend Nigel Owens explains why the controversial rugby move should have been a penalty

Referee legend Nigel Owens explains why the controversial rugby move should have been a penalty

Rugby

2 months ago

Ronwen Williams breaks down as Bafana Bafana captain makes emotional Jayden Adams promise

Ronwen Williams breaks down as Bafana Bafana captain makes emotional Jayden Adams promise

Football

2 months ago

Bafana Bafana captain Ronwen Williams, deeply emotional, honours Jayden Adams at a memorial service in Stellenbosch, celebrating his inspiring legacy in football.

“Athletes are human first”: Expert speaks on Lyle Foster, Jayden Adams and mental health in football

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“Athletes are human first”: Expert speaks on Lyle Foster, Jayden Adams and mental health in football

Football

2 months ago

Jayden Adams' tragic death reignites mental health discussions in football, highlighting Lyle Foster's past struggles and the need for athlete wellbeing support.

Chris Vui Devastated as CAS Upholds Four-Year Doping Ban Despite Contamination Defence

Chris Vui Devastated as CAS Upholds Four-Year Doping Ban Despite Contamination Defence

Rugby

2 months ago

Chris Vui's ban by CAS for testing positive for a banned steroid indicator raises concerns about doping procedures and his claims of contaminated supplements.

Former Springboks Tear Into Junior Bok Kai Pratt After Positive Steroid Test

Former Springboks Tear Into Junior Bok Kai Pratt After Positive Steroid Test

Rugby

2 months ago

Kai Pratt's positive test for an anabolic steroid prompts condemnation from ex-Springboks De Villiers, Burger, and Shimange, highlighting the doping issue in rugby.

‘We will miss your vision’: Bafana Bafana stars remember Jayden Adams in heartfelt tribute

‘We will miss your vision’: Bafana Bafana stars remember Jayden Adams in heartfelt tribute

Football

2 months ago

Mamelodi Sundowns and Bafana Bafana mourn the loss of midfielder Jayden Adams at an emotional memorial service in Stellenbosch on 16 July 2026, honouring his legacy.

Italy coach Gonzalo Quesada banned after referee outburst as World Rugby cracks down

Italy coach Gonzalo Quesada banned after referee outburst as World Rugby cracks down

Rugby

2 months ago

World Rugby suspends Italy head coach Gonzalo Quesada for two matches after he criticised referee Luc Ramos following Italy's 47-17 loss to New Zealand.

Aimee Barrett-Theron steps away from rugby after cancer diagnosis as fans rally behind referee

Aimee Barrett-Theron steps away from rugby after cancer diagnosis as fans rally behind referee

Rugby

2 months ago

South African rugby referee Aimee Barrett-Theron steps away after a breast cancer diagnosis, receiving support from fans and survivors hopeful for her return.

Emotional farewell as football mourns Jayden Adams at Stellenbosch memorial

Emotional farewell as football mourns Jayden Adams at Stellenbosch memorial

Football

2 months ago

Mourners gather at Stellenbosch Town Hall for Jayden Adams' memorial, honouring the late Bafana Bafana star. A second public service is set for 17:00.

‘Enjoying every day’: Bodybuilder Mailson Araujo’s final post before tragic death at 35

‘Enjoying every day’: Bodybuilder Mailson Araujo’s final post before tragic death at 35

Sports

2 months ago

Tragedy strikes as Brazilian bodybuilder Mailson Araujo, 35, collapses at home days before a championship, leaving fans and fellow athletes in shock.

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