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

Young woman says bye to Uber gets a brand new Hyundai i20, TikTok video trends

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Eastern Cape woman showcases photos of impressive fully furnished mkhuhu, leaving Mzansi amazed

Eastern Cape woman showcases photos of impressive fully furnished mkhuhu, leavin...

a year ago

Johannesburg lady's photos of her neat and creative mkuhkhu impresses Mzansi

Johannesburg lady's photos of her neat and creative mkuhkhu impresses Mzansi

a year ago

Young woman's housing setback reveals hidden costs, offers valuable insights to Mzansi

Young woman's housing setback reveals hidden costs, offers valuable insights to...

a year ago

Young woman's inspiring quest to become a doctor leaves Mzansi in awe

Young woman's inspiring quest to become a doctor leaves Mzansi in awe

a year ago

Woman shows mother her new Kia Sonet straight from the dealership, video trends

Woman shows mother her new Kia Sonet straight from the dealership, video trends

a year ago

Trailblazing KZN woman masters freight forwarding to understand South Africa's transport industry

Trailblazing KZN woman masters freight forwarding to understand South Africa's transport industry

A woman from KZN has mastered the field of freight forwarding, revolutionising the understanding of South Africa's transport industry. Her story is inspiring.

Young activist Khethiwe Sibanyoni provides comfort bags to brave gender-based violence survivors

Young activist Khethiwe Sibanyoni provides comfort bags to brave gender-based violence survivors

Activist Khethiwe Sibanyoni provides comfort bags to brave gender-based violence survivors. Her foundation helps with care and protection for ladies to start.

Young woman's TikTok video on choosing to become a tech consultant trends captivates netizens

Young woman's TikTok video on choosing to become a tech consultant trends captivates netizens

A TikTok video posted by a young woman about her career choice as a tech consultant has taken the internet by storm, intriguing netizens from around the world.

Young woman's remarkable journey to becoming a lawyer with 29 distinctions from University of Pretoria impresses Mzansi

Young woman's remarkable journey to becoming a lawyer with 29 distinctions from University of Pretoria impresses Mzansi

A young woman has graduated as a lawyer, achieving an astounding 29 distinctions from the renowned University of Pretoria. Peeps were impressed by achievement.

Young lady uses cleaning as therapeutic method to overcome depression

Young lady uses cleaning as therapeutic method to overcome depression

A young lady has harnessed the power of cleaning as a therapeutic method to overcome her depression. She embarked on a mission to transform her living space.

Camilla Noluthando Mhlambi's journey of making a difference in Mzansi through makeup

Camilla Noluthando Mhlambi's journey of making a difference in Mzansi through makeup

Camilla Noluthando Mhlambi has turned her passion for makeup into a fulfilling career, and she is on a mission to share the magical power of makeup with others.

Woman trends as she goes from selling bread with a wheelbarrow to owning a bakkie

Woman trends as she goes from selling bread with a wheelbarrow to owning a bakkie

A woman has become a trending figure as she changed from selling bread with a wheelbarrow to owning a bakkie. Her inspiring journey serves as a beacon of hope.

Mzansi amazed by young lady's TikTok journey as an architectural student

Mzansi amazed by young lady's TikTok journey as an architectural student

Student has taken TikTok by storm, offering a unique glimpse into her life as an architecture student. She encouraged others to keep on going for their dreams.

Mzansi empowered by TikTok video showcasing a woman's journey from loss to triumph

Mzansi empowered by TikTok video showcasing a woman's journey from loss to triumph

In a powerful TikTok video, Mzansi has been captivated by the incredible journey of a woman who turned her loss into triumph. She put herself through varisty.

Trisha Pillay