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

4374 articles published since 14 Jun 2023

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

South Africa

4 months ago

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

South Africa

4 months ago

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

South Africa

4 months ago

Fikile Mbalula roasted for promoting ANC-themed book cover wrap

Politics

4 months ago

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

South Africa

4 months ago

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

South Africa

4 months ago

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

South Africa

4 months 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

4 months 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

4 months 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

4 months 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

4 months ago

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

Nestle recalls NAN formula milk line following fears of contamination

South Africa

4 months ago

Nestlé South Africa recalls NAN formula milk due to a toxin risk, part of a global safety measure following contamination concerns. Not all products were recalled.

Ad Hoc Committee: Brown Mogotsi terrified, opts to testify virtually

Politics

4 months ago

The Ad Hoc Committee in Parliament, Western Cape, discusses Brown Mogotsi's security fears as he prepares to testify amidst public backlash and rising tensions.

IPID investigating death which took place during Margate police operation

South Africa

4 months ago

The IPID is investigating the police shooting death of businessman Mlondi Gasela in Margate. Allegations suggest the police operation was illegal.

Eastern Cape community relieved after 2 women arrested for rape abandon bail bids

South Africa

4 months ago

Two women in East London, Eastern Cape, face community relief after being denied bail for allegedly raping a boy. The case highlights ongoing GBV issues.

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