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

5263 articles published since 14 Jun 2023

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

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

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

South Africa

9 months ago

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

South Africa

9 months ago

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

South Africa

9 months ago

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

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9 months ago

Nestle recalls NAN formula milk line following fears of contamination

South Africa

9 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

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9 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

9 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

9 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.

Deputy Police Minister Cassel Mathale accuses South Africans of harbouring illegal immigrants

Politics

9 months ago

Deputy Minister Cassel Mathale criticises communities harbouring illegal foreigners contributing to crime at a North West event, sparking mixed reactions.

NSFAS overhauls accommodation support, cuts out middleman for 2026 students

Education

9 months ago

NSFAS introduces a new accommodation system for 2026, paying providers directly, amid backlash over previous student funding issues and access complications.

Body part belonging to one of the Pennington Beach victims found

South Africa

9 months ago

Tragedy strikes Pennington Beach as authorities recover a young man's body part days after festive season drownings, leaving families shattered in KwaZulu-Natal.

DJ Warras: Murder accused's lawyer says nothing ties him to Warras' death

South Africa

9 months ago

Victor Majola appeared in court for the murder of DJ Warras. His lawyer asserts no evidence links him to the crime amid public scrutiny and ongoing debates.

Illegal Border Crossers Charge a Fee To Facilitate Illegal Immigration: BMA

South Africa

9 months ago

The BMA reveals illegal immigration operations at Beitbridge where facilitators charge fees for crossings, prompting calls from South Africans for government action.

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