Best News & Entertainment '24

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

Author's articles

Cassper Nyovest: Mzansi begs Mihlali Ndamase to step into rapper’s marriage

Cassper Nyovest: Mzansi begs Mihlali Ndamase to step into rapper’s marriage

Celebrities

2 years ago

Cassper Nyovest responds to Thobeka: "I'm a wicked man that was cleansed by Jesus"

Cassper Nyovest responds to Thobeka: "I'm a wicked man that was cleansed by Jesus"

Celebrities

2 years ago

Exclusive: Truck driver heroine’s act of kindness warms hearts of snow-stranded drivers

Exclusive: Truck driver heroine’s act of kindness warms hearts of snow-stranded drivers

Women Empowerment

2 years ago

kykNet's 'Die Brug' lands Emmy Award nomination in the Best Non-Scripted Entertainment category

kykNet's 'Die Brug' lands Emmy Award nomination in the Best Non-Scripted Entertainment category

TV Shows

2 years ago

New details emerge in Darlington Michaels' tragic death: “He had stress”

New details emerge in Darlington Michaels' tragic death: “He had stress”

Celebrities

2 years ago

Finding strength in struggle: Stephen Gawking and Nathan Blur unite for anthem of hope

Finding strength in struggle: Stephen Gawking and Nathan Blur unite for anthem of hope

Music

2 years ago

Netizens demand Prince Kaybee relocates to Nigeria amid the Chidimma saga: "We are donating you"

Netizens demand Prince Kaybee relocates to Nigeria amid the Chidimma saga: "We are donating you"

Celebrities

2 years ago

South African music producer and DJ Prince Kaybee was asked by netizens to relocate to Nigeria after he supported the Miss SA finalist Chidimma.

Women of Wonder: The beauty and brains behind Netflix hit shows like 'Blood & Water'

Women of Wonder: The beauty and brains behind Netflix hit shows like 'Blood & Water'

Celebrities

2 years ago

Netflix is celebrating the beautiful and talented women behind some of the country's most popular productions, such as Layla Swart and Jayan Moodley.

Briefly News Recognized as Best News & Entertainment Platform 2024

Briefly News Recognized as Best News & Entertainment Platform 2024

Editorial

2 years ago

Briefly News was honored with an African Excellence Awards 2024. These awards recognize the most outstanding representatives across industries in Africa.

Real talk, no shame: PD Jokes hosts candid chat with couples about Mjolo

Real talk, no shame: PD Jokes hosts candid chat with couples about Mjolo

TV Shows

2 years ago

A new show that deep dives into the complexities of dating and relationships has launched on YouTube. Choose Your Lane aims to raise awareness about taboo topics.

Veteran actress Connie Chiume passes away at age 72, fans heartbroken: "Haibo just like that"

Veteran actress Connie Chiume passes away at age 72, fans heartbroken: "Haibo just like that"

Celebrities

2 years ago

Sad news striked the South African entertainment industry. The veteran actress Connie Chiume has sadly passed away at the age of 72 on 6 August 2024.

'Mommy Club' star Nozipho Ntshangase talks about how her marriage of 17 years ended

'Mommy Club' star Nozipho Ntshangase talks about how her marriage of 17 years ended

Celebrities

2 years ago

The 'Mommy Club' cast member Nozipho Ntshangase recently opened up about how her marriage of 17 years ended in shambles after her marital woes trended.

Bonang Matheba rocks stunning brown dress, fans in awe: "The only celebrity in Africa"

Bonang Matheba rocks stunning brown dress, fans in awe: "The only celebrity in Africa"

Celebrities

2 years ago

The South African media personality Bonang Matheba recently stunned in a beautiful brown sassy dress. The star posted the pictures on social media.

Scorpion Kings set to headline at 947 Joburg Day, fans excited: "I just know it's going to be epic"

Scorpion Kings set to headline at 947 Joburg Day, fans excited: "I just know it's going to be epic"

Music

2 years ago

The Galaxy 947 Joburg Day has finally announced some of the artists that will be performing at the festival this year. Scorpion Kings are also headlining.

“O Se Boroke Yeye”: Robot Boii and Primo Baloyi perform Maskandi national anthem for Bafana Bafana

“O Se Boroke Yeye”: Robot Boii and Primo Baloyi perform Maskandi national anthem for Bafana Bafana

Celebrities

2 years ago

Popular South African comedy duo Robot Boii and Primo Baloyi had the nation laughing after releasing a Makandi-themed national anthem ahead of Bafana clash.

Sibusisiwe Lwandle