Sibusisiwe Lwandle

Education: BA, University of Cape Town (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)

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 Current Affairs at Briefly News (joined in 2019). She holds 3 degrees from the University of Cape Town and the University of KZN and short course certificates from Yale and UCL. She has 14 years of experience in journalism, 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

1495 articles published since 02 Jan 2019

Author's articles

AKA’s father among those who paid tribute to Nelli Tembe in prayer meeting

AKA’s father among those who paid tribute to Nelli Tembe in prayer meeting

Entertainment

4 years ago

Nonkanyiso Conco wishes Jacob Zuma and their son happy birthday

Nonkanyiso Conco wishes Jacob Zuma and their son happy birthday

Entertainment

4 years ago

Amanda Gorman glows in Kente gown as she becomes1st poet for Vogue

Amanda Gorman glows in Kente gown as she becomes1st poet for Vogue

People

4 years ago

Soft life: Shauwn Mkhize spoils herself with R16 million gift

Soft life: Shauwn Mkhize spoils herself with R16 million gift

Entertainment

4 years ago

Justice for Enhle: Activist group stands in support of Mzansi actress

Justice for Enhle: Activist group stands in support of Mzansi actress

Entertainment

4 years ago

Jub Jub reacts to death of AKA’s fiancée Nelli, gets dragged

Jub Jub reacts to death of AKA’s fiancée Nelli, gets dragged

Entertainment

4 years ago

Exclusive: 'Rumble and Hum' tattoo artist opens up about the world of ink

Exclusive: 'Rumble and Hum' tattoo artist opens up about the world of ink

Entertainment

4 years ago

Lew Williams from 'Rumble and Hum' fame recently sat down with Briefly News to discuss his career and experiences in the field. Tattoos are more than just ink.

Dr Tumi returns to social media, gets dragged: God is exposing you

Dr Tumi returns to social media, gets dragged: God is exposing you

Entertainment

4 years ago

Dr Tumi thought he could just come back to social media after his recent fraud allegations. However, Mzansi was not about to let that happen for him. Yikes.

Heh bathong: DJ Maphorisa listed as 17 years old on Google

Heh bathong: DJ Maphorisa listed as 17 years old on Google

Entertainment

4 years ago

South African music producer DJ Maphorisa has left the masses very confused after it was discovered that he is officially listed as being 17 years old. Haibo.

Back in the game: Simz Ngema scores Netflix special feature in 'Slay'

Back in the game: Simz Ngema scores Netflix special feature in 'Slay'

Entertainment

4 years ago

Simphiwe Ngema has landed a new role on a Netflix special, 'Slay'. This is her first gig after giving birth to her somn. Fans have congratulated her on the win.

Uzalo: Actress Nyalleng Thibedi leaves local television show

Uzalo: Actress Nyalleng Thibedi leaves local television show

Entertainment

4 years ago

Uzalo is losing yet another actress. Nyalleng Thibedi is leaving the show to work elsewhere. The news has been received with mixed reactions from the viewers.

Yaas queen: Lady Zamar shows off snatched body and killa legs

Yaas queen: Lady Zamar shows off snatched body and killa legs

Entertainment

4 years ago

Mzansi singer Lady Zamar looked stunning in a recent picture she shared on social media. The picture quickly went viral as Southies appreciated her beauty.

Smile through the pain: Somizi shares wise words with fans

Smile through the pain: Somizi shares wise words with fans

Entertainment

4 years ago

All is not well with Somizi and he has decided to be open about it. The TV personality revealed that he is going through a painful ordeal but chooses to smile.

Zodwa Wabantu bails on gig after being paid R30 000 deposit

Zodwa Wabantu bails on gig after being paid R30 000 deposit

Entertainment

4 years ago

Zodwa Wabantu reportedly owes someone R30 000. This is after the controversial dancer bailed on a pre-paid-for gig. Instead, she appeared at another venue.

Dr Tumi: Whistleblower in fraud case did not know the singer was involved

Dr Tumi: Whistleblower in fraud case did not know the singer was involved

South Africa

4 years ago

The man responsible for the arrest of Dr Tumi did not actually know that the singer was involved in the scandal. It seems he was just as surprised as Mzansi.

Sibusisiwe Lwandle