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

5259 articles published since 14 Jun 2023

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Martha Rantsofu's brother opens up after Emfuleni official shot dead

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Martha Rantsofu's brother reveals his heartbreak after her murder, discussing the investigation into her death and the circumstances surrounding the tragic incident.

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Clayson Monyela rebukes Elon Musk over tweets regarding KwaZulu-Natal's crosses, clarifying their symbolic nature linked to rural crime, not murders.

Hoërskool Vryburg accident death toll rises to 4 after learner dies in accident

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A tragic accident in Vryburg claims the life of high school learner Enica Nombela, bringing the death toll of learners to three, following a collision with a truck.

Professor Thuli Madonsela hits back after Elon Musk accuses South Africa of having racist laws

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Thuli Madonsela rebukes Elon Musk for spreading disinformation on South Africa's laws, addressing accusations of racism and economic stagnation amid heated debate.

Corruption revealed: Key actions taken against police officers at Madlanga Commission

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The Madlanga Commission reveals police corruption within the South African Police Service, prompting suspensions and legal actions against implicated officers.

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Government warns against informally-manufactured three-legged pots due to potential lead poisoning risks. Certified pots are essential for health safety.

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Dean Macpherson criticises illegal occupation of a dilapidated police station in Carletonville, vowing action against involved officials amidst community concerns.

President Cyril Ramaphosa responds to question about IPID's Phala Phala report

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Cyril Ramaphosa addressed the IPID report on Phala Phala theft during his visit to Kusile Power Station, emphasising the need for proper investigation processes.

EFF spokesperson Sinawo Thambo berates Newzroom Afrika in scathing tweet

Politics

5 months ago

Tension escalates as EFF spokesperson Sinawo Thambo criticises Newzroom Afrika’s defence amid debates on the party's media relations in South Africa.

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