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 a senior 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. Email: tebogo.mokwena@briefly.co.za

4371 articles published since 14 Jun 2023

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Bellarmine Mugabe faces possible deportation after his arrest for attempted murder in Johannesburg. Legal negotiations may lead to a plea deal to avoid jail time.

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The South Gauteng High Court rejects Jacob Zuma and Thabo Mbeki’s bid to remove Judge Sisi Khampepe from the TRC inquiry amid ongoing allegations.

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South Africans question Minister Gayton McKenzie’s insight into Joslin Smith's disappearance, sparking calls for investigation amid renewed police search efforts.

AD Hoc Committee: BBLs, Paul O'Sullivan walking out and 2 other unforgettable moments

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The Ad Hoc Committee's probe into justice system corruption features dramatic witness outbursts, emotional moments, and memorable confrontations.

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The EFF will not contest all wards in the local elections. Deputy President Gardee explains voter registration and membership issues affecting campaign strategy.

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Gauteng education officials investigate a primary school learner's death in Ekurhuleni after a wall collapse, raising concerns over building compliance and safety.

Magasela Mzobe resigns as MK Party Head of Presidency

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Magasela Mzobe resigns as head of the uMkhonto weSizwe Party amid tensions, focusing on his football team. South Africans react with humour to the news.

South Africans terrified of weapons-grade enriched uranium in a secret location

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South Africans react to Dr. Kelvin Kemm's revelation of a weapons-grade uranium stockpile, fearing US military targeting amid concerns over national security risks.

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