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Sibusisiwe Lwandle

Education: BA, (2010), Independent Media cadet school (2011), BSc, University of KwaZulu Natal (2018), Finance course, Yale University (2024), Corporate Communications course, University of California (2025),PgDip Management, UCT (2025), MBA (2026)

Experience: Independent Media (2011-2013), Washington Post Communities contributor (2012), Edgars MAN, SEED magazine (2011-2012), Head of News Department (1KZNTV, 2021-2023), Briefly News (2019-present)

Sibusisiwe Lwandle is the Head of the Current Affairs and Sports desks at Briefly News (joined in 2019). She holds a Master's degree and short-course certificates from Yale and UCL. She has 14 years of media experience, having worked in print, online, and broadcast media. She has worked at Independent Media and 1KZNTV and has contributed columns to the Washington Post. Passed a set of trainings by Google News Initiative. Email: sibusisiwe.lwandle@briefly.co.za

1503 articles published since 02 Jan 2019

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Who was Witness D: Meet Marius van der Merwe, the Assassinated Madlanga Commission whistleblower

Who was Witness D: Meet Marius van der Merwe, the Assassinated Madlanga Commission whistleblower

South Africa

10 months ago

Madlanga Commission witness who testified against EMPD Deputy Chief Julius Mkhwanazi shot dead

Madlanga Commission witness who testified against EMPD Deputy Chief Julius Mkhwanazi shot dead

South Africa

10 months ago

From Mogotsi to Matlala: A Case Study in Perjury and Broken Accountability

From Mogotsi to Matlala: A Case Study in Perjury and Broken Accountability

South Africa

10 months ago

South Africa’s Job Bloodbath: Retail and 4 Other Industries That Bled in 2025

South Africa’s Job Bloodbath: Retail and 4 Other Industries That Bled in 2025

Industry

11 months ago

“Professional Liar”: Brown Mogotsi’s Claim About Prince Simakade Disputed

“Professional Liar”: Brown Mogotsi’s Claim About Prince Simakade Disputed

South Africa

11 months ago

Brown Mogotsi's Phone Call: Inside Nathi Mthethwa's Last Days

Brown Mogotsi's Phone Call: Inside Nathi Mthethwa's Last Days

South Africa

11 months ago

Inside the Alleged Crimes of the Ndimande Brothers: Who Pulled the Trigger That Killed AKA?

Inside the Alleged Crimes of the Ndimande Brothers: Who Pulled the Trigger That Killed AKA?

Celebrities

11 months ago

The Ndimande brothers have finally arrived in South Africa to face the music but as the charges increase, it may be more than they bargained for.

The Big 5 Hunts Back: Inside the Madlanga Commission and the War on Witnesses

The Big 5 Hunts Back: Inside the Madlanga Commission and the War on Witnesses

South Africa

11 months ago

The Madlanga Commission of Inquiry, together with Parliament’s Ad Hoc Committee, has left witnesses fearing for their lives amid threats of violence.

Toyota Hilux and 4 Other Most Hijacked Cars in South Africa

Toyota Hilux and 4 Other Most Hijacked Cars in South Africa

Cars and Tech

a year ago

Hijacking has become a common occurrence in South Africa, however the cars chosen are hardly ever random. They have a list of favourites and Briefly News has it.

Youth Unemployment and Mental Health: A Crisis “Positive Vibes” Cannot Cure

Youth Unemployment and Mental Health: A Crisis “Positive Vibes” Cannot Cure

Feature

a year ago

The link between unemployment and mental health in South Africa shows the depth of pain that comes with prolonged joblessness. It takes a toll on mental health.

Fact Check: Why Is Lerato Kganyago’s Name Linked to the Madlanga Commission Probe?

Fact Check: Why Is Lerato Kganyago’s Name Linked to the Madlanga Commission Probe?

Politics

a year ago

Briefly News conducted a fact check after Lerato Kganyago's name was linked to evidence at the Madlanga Commission, related to the 12 On Hillel Villa and Spa.

Political Interference and 3 Other Key Findings from the Madlanga Commission and Ad Hoc Probes

Political Interference and 3 Other Key Findings from the Madlanga Commission and Ad Hoc Probes

Politics

a year ago

The Madlanga Commission and Ad Hoc Committee have been underway, and South Africans have been made privy to some startling revelations and allegations.

SA Turns to Crypto as a Financial Lifeline: How Digital Money Is Reshaping Everyday Transactions

SA Turns to Crypto as a Financial Lifeline: How Digital Money Is Reshaping Everyday Transactions

Money

a year ago

Crypto goes mainstream as South Africans embrace digital coins at everyday stores, using cashback offers and QR payments to make shopping and remittances seamless.

Celeste Ntuli Kicks Off Witty War on Obesity: “I’ve tried everything”

Celeste Ntuli Kicks Off Witty War on Obesity: “I’ve tried everything”

Celebrities

a year ago

Celeste Ntuli opened up on her battle with obesity. The star's comments comes as Mzansi is discussing the new looks of celebs like Shimza and Major League DJz.

Exploring childhood obesity: When do parents intervene?

Exploring childhood obesity: When do parents intervene?

Editorial

a year ago

Doctors and medical professionals from across Africa descended on Cape Town for the CKM Africa Summit, where they discussed obesity and how to treat it ethically.

Sibusisiwe Lwandle