Siphesihle Z Luthango

Education: Journalism and International Studies (Cum Laude), Monash South Africa (2018, 2020), Advanced Digital Marketing, Digital School of Marketing (2024, 2026).

Experience: Human Interest Writer at Briefly News (2025 - present), Intern Copywriter at Pineapple (2024), Content Creator at Floww (2023-2024), Human Interest Writer at Briefly News (2022), Junior Staff Writer at The West African Times (2021).

Siphesihle Luthango is a human interest writer at Briefly News. He has 3 years experience as a writer. Graduating cum laude in Journalism and International Studies from Monash South Africa (2018-2020), he has worked across various platforms, from online news and business reporting to digital marketing and content creation. He has written for The West African Times (2021), and Floww (2023-2024) writing human interest and business stories. Siphesihle has expertise in multimedia journalism, SEO, and digital marketing. Email: siphesihle.luthango@briefly.co.za

336 articles published since 05 Feb 2025

Author's articles

"Not allowed to play Amapiano": Friend's music taste put on blast, Mzansi digs Afrikaans Jam

"Not allowed to play Amapiano": Friend's music taste put on blast, Mzansi digs Afrikaans Jam

People

6 months ago

"I understand her": Man's proposal rejected in public, Mzansi sides with lady who walked away

"I understand her": Man's proposal rejected in public, Mzansi sides with lady who walked away

Family and Relationships

6 months ago

"Chest pains bro": Person in IT earning R7 mil per annum with no degree, SA in disbelief

"Chest pains bro": Person in IT earning R7 mil per annum with no degree, SA in disbelief

People

6 months ago

"This is really scary": People share things they saw and no one believed, SA left stunned

"This is really scary": People share things they saw and no one believed, SA left stunned

People

6 months ago

"Side chicks deserve more allowance": Woman's window escape has SA in stitches

"Side chicks deserve more allowance": Woman's window escape has SA in stitches

Family and Relationships

6 months ago

"I quit everything": Petrol attendant's emotional breakdown sparks speculations, SA shows support

"I quit everything": Petrol attendant's emotional breakdown sparks speculations, SA shows support

People

6 months ago

"Let's grow South Africa together": Americans get gifted land in SA, Mzansi feels optimistic

"Let's grow South Africa together": Americans get gifted land in SA, Mzansi feels optimistic

People

6 months ago

People across Mzansi were quick to cheer on some Americans who were gifted some land in South Africa. The African Americans were eager to help grow the land.

"10k on Betway gone": Orlando Pirates fan weeps after Sundowns defeat, SA cackles

"10k on Betway gone": Orlando Pirates fan weeps after Sundowns defeat, SA cackles

People

6 months ago

An Orlando Pirates fan left Mzansi in stitches after a video of him weeping due to his team losing to Sundowns was posted online. Mzansi cracked some jokes.

"I'll wait for promo": Price of Vaseline Body Oil sparks chatter, too expensive for SA

"I'll wait for promo": Price of Vaseline Body Oil sparks chatter, too expensive for SA

People

6 months ago

South Africans began chatting up a storm after a picture showing the price of Vaseline Body Oil began circling online. People were curious about the product.

Woman shares apps to make money online for unemployed peeps, SA sceptical about quick rich scheme

Woman shares apps to make money online for unemployed peeps, SA sceptical about quick rich scheme

People

6 months ago

A woman took to X to share ways in which unemployed people can make money online, which SA doubted. She shared a link to a survey platform that pays people.

"Trump is looking for you": Mzansi stunned by white teen speaking kasi vernac

"Trump is looking for you": Mzansi stunned by white teen speaking kasi vernac

People

6 months ago

A young South African lady drew many comments online for her use of vernac. The clip shows her visiting her childhood friends while Mzansi poked fun at AfriForum.

"We are in the same boat": SA inspired by learner drivers supporting each other

"We are in the same boat": SA inspired by learner drivers supporting each other

People

6 months ago

Mzansi applauded two women who were helping each other out in busy traffic. Many commenters shared stories of their early driving days and mistakes.

Man celebrates his newly-built house, Mzansi applauds his achievement: "So proud of you"

Man celebrates his newly-built house, Mzansi applauds his achievement: "So proud of you"

People

6 months ago

A man documented his journey of building his own house on TikTok, drawing many people across the country to congratulate him on his impressive achievement.

Lady shares her wedding day prep after 2 years of planning, netizens give praise: "So happy for you"

Lady shares her wedding day prep after 2 years of planning, netizens give praise: "So happy for you"

Family and Relationships

6 months ago

A woman shared her wedding day preparations after two years of planning. She documented her experience through a vlog and had netizens praising her special day.

Stylish looks of female politicians at SONA leave SA impressed: “Love these”

Stylish looks of female politicians at SONA leave SA impressed: “Love these”

People

6 months ago

Women within the South African Parliament stunned Mzansi with their stylish dress senses at the country's SONA. Netizens complimented the vibrant colours and looks.

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