Tebogo Mokwena

Education: Diploma in Journalism, ALISON (2023), Google News Initiative training (2024), Reuters Introduction to Digital Journalism (2024), AWS Introduction to Responsible AI (2025)

Experience: Journalist and photographer, Daily Sun (2015-2019), Subeditor, Capricorn Post (2019), Journalist, Vutivi Business News (2020-2023), Briefly News (2023 to date)

Awards: Exclusive Comments Guru 2023 by Briefly News

Tebogo Mokwena is the Deputy Head of the Current Affairs desk and a current affairs writer at Briefly News. With a Diploma in Journalism from ALISON, he has a strong background in digital journalism, having completed training with the Google News Initiative. He began his career as a journalist at Daily Sun, where he worked for four years before becoming a sub-editor and journalist at Capricorn Post. He then joined Vutivi Business News in 2020 before moving to Briefly News in 2023.

4070 articles published since 14 Jun 2023

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ANC delegation led by Paul Mashatile prevented by Molemo family from erecting tombstone

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SAPS shuts down 21 illegally-operating taverns during Operation Shanela

South Africa

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Farmers demand action as foot-and-mouth disease devastates cattle in South Africa

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MK Party appoints Brian Molefe as Treasurer-General, Colleen Makhubele removed as Chief Whip

Politics

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Matric exam leak: Basic Education Department defends use of private investigator

South Africa

a month ago

Family questions police response after 17-Year-Old disappears during river trip

South Africa

a month ago

Western Cape authorities contain wildfires destroy 100,000 hectares, leave thousands homeless

South Africa

a month ago

Wildfires ravaged the Western Cape, leaving thousands homeless and 90,000 hectares burnt as firefighters battled major blazes. Probes into the causes continue.

Fikile Mbalula roasted for promoting ANC-themed book cover wrap

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Fikile Mbalula faces backlash on social media after his school book cover post goes viral, with South Africans mocking his sense of humour and political messaging.

Tshwane mayor Nasiphi Moya announces sale of government cars: "Too expensive to maintain"

South Africa

a month ago

Tshwane's Mayor Nasiphi Moya announces the sale of 800 vehicles, engaging with South Africans online while aiming to boost city revenue through second-hand sales.

Department of Basic Education reveals result of probe into matric exam leak

South Africa

a month ago

Siviwe Gwarube reveals details of a matric exam paper leak from the department, leading to student disciplinary actions and public outcry for accountability.

L. Brent Bozell III sworn in as US Ambassador to SA as Trump's tariffs under scrutiny

South Africa

a month ago

L. Brent Bozell III sworn in as US Ambassador to South Africa amid Supreme Court scrutiny over Trump's tariffs, sparking local reactions and political debate.

Department of Public Works and Infrastructure cancels lease with Vusimuzi "Cat" Matlala

South Africa

a month ago

Minister Dean Macpherson has cancelled the Department of Public Works’ lease with suspected cartel boss Vusimuzi "Cat" Matlala amid serious criminal allegations.

BMA worried about children’s safety after over 20 minors rescued at Beitbridge border

South Africa

a month ago

The BMA intercepted 20 children with adults at Beitbridge, raising concerns over possible exploitation and sparking outrage regarding immigration.

2 murder suspects killed in shootout with KwaZulu-Natal, netizens warn criminals

South Africa

a month ago

Two murder suspects were shot dead in a South African Police Service gunfight in KwaZulu-Natal, amidst a notable decline in crime rates across the province.

Cyril Ramaphosa responds to speculation that Donald Trump will invade South Africa

Politics

a month ago

Cyril Ramaphosa dismisses invasion claims amidst US speculation, with many South Africans showing support on social media. Read on for insights and reactions.

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