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

Woman achieves sophisticated style with PEP Home haul of kitchen accessories

Woman achieves sophisticated style with PEP Home haul of kitchen accessories

a year ago

Pretoria entrepreneur sparks kasi growth with rental apartments, impressing Mzansi

Pretoria entrepreneur sparks kasi growth with rental apartments, impressing Mzan...

a year ago

Johannesburg woman's jaw-dropping room transformation trends, Mzansi impressed

Johannesburg woman's jaw-dropping room transformation trends, Mzansi impressed

a year ago

Jaguar South Africa's #GiveHerACrown campaign spotlights empowering female artists

Jaguar South Africa's #GiveHerACrown campaign spotlights empowering female artis...

a year ago

Candice Chirwa, the 'Minister of Menstruation', empowers South Africa with period positivity and education

Candice Chirwa, the 'Minister of Menstruation', empowers South Africa with perio...

a year ago

Woman’s viral cartoon drawings inspired by hit songs garner online fame, video trends for amazing creativity

Woman’s viral cartoon drawings inspired by hit songs garner online fame, video t...

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Young woman shines with Master’s degree in data science and AI, video of graduation leaves netizens impressed

Young woman shines with Master’s degree in data science and AI, video of graduation leaves netizens impressed

A woman has garnered widespread attention and admiration for graduating with a Master of Science in Data Science & AI. Her accomplishment captivated netizens.

Trailblazing engineer gives Mzansi a glimpse of life in the mines with stunning photos

Trailblazing engineer gives Mzansi a glimpse of life in the mines with stunning photos

A woman has captured the attention and admiration of Mzansi by sharing photos of her day working as an engineer in the mining industry. Peeps loved her work.

Video of fashion influencer’s Mr Price haul reveals her passion for promoting Mzansi fashion

Video of fashion influencer’s Mr Price haul reveals her passion for promoting Mzansi fashion

In a TikTok video, a fashion influencer caught the attention of Mzansi with her Mr Price haul. The woman with the massive following showcased her trendy finds.

Kenya’s esteemed female pilot, Ruth Karauri, shares her remarkable landing experience in TikTok video

Kenya’s esteemed female pilot, Ruth Karauri, shares her remarkable landing experience in TikTok video

In a video, a Kenyan female pilot, Ruth Karauri, recounts her memorable landing during a storm, which is a testament to her bravery and dedication to work.

From remote worker to independent living, woman’s fortunate journey leads to her own apartment in TikTok video

From remote worker to independent living, woman’s fortunate journey leads to her own apartment in TikTok video

A TikTok video shows how a woman bought her own apartment by working remotely. Through her advice, she is now a beacon of resilience, and Mzansi was impressed.

Woman’s inspiring before-and-after photos of bedroom transformation receive applause from Mzansi

Woman’s inspiring before-and-after photos of bedroom transformation receive applause from Mzansi

The visual impact of the lady's bedroom before-and-after photos is undeniable. They captured the progress she has made and symbolise her journey of growth.

TikTok video of inspiring woman thriving in mining industry, Mzansi captivated with unconventional career

TikTok video of inspiring woman thriving in mining industry, Mzansi captivated with unconventional career

In a TikTok video, a woman showed herself working in a traditionally male-dominated industry, mining. Users praised her resilience and for defying expectations.

TikTok video of woman farmer thrives and inspires in male-dominated agriculture sector

TikTok video of woman farmer thrives and inspires in male-dominated agriculture sector

In the world of agriculture, gender stereotypes have prevailed, portraying farming as a male-dominated industry. However, one woman farmer is challenging this.

Inspiring disabled woman empowers others through Uni-Africa foundation

Inspiring disabled woman empowers others through Uni-Africa foundation

Kakaza's journey has inspired her to establish the Uni-Africa Foundation, which aims to address barriers to inclusion in various sectors for disabled people.

Trisha Pillay