Trisha Pillay

Education: BA Journalism, University of Johannesburg (2007-2010), BA Honours in International Politics, UNISA (2022-2023), Google News Initiative training (2024)

Experience: Senior Bulletin Editor, Newzroom Afrika (2019-2022), Senior Content Lead Strategist, RITO Group (2022-2023), Content Manager, 360 Degrees South (2017-2019), Senior producer, African News Network (2014-2017), Online journalist, Citizen newspaper (2013-2014), Intern, eNCA (2011)

Awards: Most influential journalist in Africa, Global Ovations/Mercedez Benz (2016)

Trisha Pillay is a Current Affairs writer at Briefly News. She has a degree in Journalism from the University of Johannesburg and an Honours degree in International Politics from UNISA. She joined ENCA straight out of varsity and completed an internship at the channel. Pillay later went on to cover politics, crime, entertainment, and current affairs at the Citizen Newspaper. She joined Newzroom Afrika in 2019 and became a senior bulletin editor for shows focused on politics and current affairs on the channel. She joined Briefly News in 2023. You can contact her at trisha.pillay@briefly.co.za

984 articles published since 15 Mar 2023

Author's articles

Saldanha Bay authorities intensify search for missing Joslin Smith

Saldanha Bay authorities intensify search for missing Joslin Smith

8 months ago

ANC promises to create 2.5 million jobs in the next 5 years while increasing R350 social grant

ANC promises to create 2.5 million jobs in the next 5 years while increasing R35...

8 months ago

Ramaphosa reveals ANC manifesto in KZN, promises solutions for loadshedding and service delivery

Ramaphosa reveals ANC manifesto in KZN, promises solutions for loadshedding and...

8 months ago

Gqeberha man's infectious amapiano moves send South Africa into fits of laughter

Gqeberha man's infectious amapiano moves send South Africa into fits of laughter

a year ago

Johannesburg woman's TikTok video captures heartwarming gift for partner after landing new job

Johannesburg woman's TikTok video captures heartwarming gift for partner after l...

a year ago

Fashion influencer's Pick n Pay summer haul trends send Mzansi into a shopping frenzy

Fashion influencer's Pick n Pay summer haul trends send Mzansi into a shopping f...

a year ago

North West matriculants stun the nation with their matric glow-ups on TikTok

North West matriculants stun the nation with their matric glow-ups on TikTok

North West matriculants are stealing the spotlight with a TikTok video showcasing their incredible glow-ups for their farewell. The before-and-after photos trend.

Eastern Cape mechanic's Citi Golf transformation takes TikTok by storm, inspiring Mzansi DIY enthusiasts

Eastern Cape mechanic's Citi Golf transformation takes TikTok by storm, inspiring Mzansi DIY enthusiasts

An Eastern Cape mechanic shared a video of him fixing a run-down Citi Golf. He turned the car into looking like a brand-new vehicle earning praise.

Woman takes courageous stand, defies African aunties, finds true happiness after leaving unhappy marriage

Woman takes courageous stand, defies African aunties, finds true happiness after leaving unhappy marriage

A brave woman has defied the advice of her African aunties by leaving an unhappy marriage. She made a choice of personal happiness over tradition.

Woman's TikTok video about faking sick for job interview goes viral

Woman's TikTok video about faking sick for job interview goes viral

A woman's TikTok video is causing laughter as she hilariously exposes the common act of pretending to be sick to attend a job interview. The video has gone viral.

South African man's genius DIY bathroom air freshener hack goes viral

South African man's genius DIY bathroom air freshener hack goes viral

A South African man shared a clever DIY hack for freshening bathrooms. His TikTok video demonstrates the simplicity of lighting a match as a method.

Woman renovates mother's house and touches hearts on TikTok

Woman renovates mother's house and touches hearts on TikTok

A woman has taken to TikTok to share her journey of renovating her mother's house as a gesture of appreciation for a lifetime of sacrifices. The video has trended.

Klerksdorp man's solo lamb shank feast leaves Mzansi in stitches

Klerksdorp man's solo lamb shank feast leaves Mzansi in stitches

A man from Klerksdorp is causing laughter across Mzansi as he devours a gigantic lamb shank all by himself. The video captures his joy during the feast.

Ethiopian woman shares reunion with mother after 15-year separation, cautions against adoption scams

Ethiopian woman shares reunion with mother after 15-year separation, cautions against adoption scams

An Ethiopian woman, separated from her mother for 15 years, was finally reunited. She was shipped off to the US at six and her mom never stopped looking for her.

Johannesburg fashionista flaunts R150 Ackermans airport outfit in viral TikTok video

Johannesburg fashionista flaunts R150 Ackermans airport outfit in viral TikTok video

A South African woman is turning heads on TikTok as she flaunts a chic airport outfit bought for only R150 at Ackermans. Her viral video is trending.

Trisha Pillay