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

Gogo uncovers a fruity secret, Mzansi abuzz with stories of hidden drinks

Gogo uncovers a fruity secret, Mzansi abuzz with stories of hidden drinks

a year ago

Woman shares TikTok video of her journey of almost losing everything just to survive

Woman shares TikTok video of her journey of almost losing everything just to sur...

a year ago

Woman displays trendy yet expensive Mr Price finds, Mzansi confused

Woman displays trendy yet expensive Mr Price finds, Mzansi confused

a year ago

Woman's heartwarming pregnancy reveal to family captures priceless reaction

Woman's heartwarming pregnancy reveal to family captures priceless reaction

a year ago

Young entrepreneur Refiloe Mohono pampers feet with organic solutions

Young entrepreneur Refiloe Mohono pampers feet with organic solutions

a year ago

Woman's jaw-dropping 42kg weight loss journey inspires peeps to seek her secrets

Woman's jaw-dropping 42kg weight loss journey inspires peeps to seek her secrets

a year ago

Woman's builds her dreams with a block of flats, Mzansi inspired

Woman's builds her dreams with a block of flats, Mzansi inspired

A woman's impressive project to build a block of flats has taken the internet by storm. Her post shows off the construction progress and has captivated Mzansi.

Woman's powerful TikTok response on reasons why woman are not getting married challenges stereotypes

Woman's powerful TikTok response on reasons why woman are not getting married challenges stereotypes

A woman's set the record straight on TikTok sparking a powerful conversation. A man claimed a lady who isn't married by 32 must have something wrong with her.

Life Sciences teacher uses water gun to spark excitement and learning amongst her students

Life Sciences teacher uses water gun to spark excitement and learning amongst her students

A life sciences teacher has introduced a playful twist to her classroom by using a water gun. This unconventional tool has transformed how her pupils learn.

Ayanda Mtetwa is a living example of a woman succeeding in the automotive repair industry

Ayanda Mtetwa is a living example of a woman succeeding in the automotive repair industry

Ayanda Mtetwa is breaking through societal norms and defying expectations, she has proven that gender is not a barrier to success in the automotive industry.

Fashion influencer's TikTok video of stylish Foschini shopping haul trends, Mzansi impressed

Fashion influencer's TikTok video of stylish Foschini shopping haul trends, Mzansi impressed

A fashion influencer has done a Foschini fashion winter shopping haul and peeps are impressed with her finds. Lady showed off her leather jacket and jerseys.

Woman expresses gratitude to gogo with clothing spree and day out, Mzansi reacts

Woman expresses gratitude to gogo with clothing spree and day out, Mzansi reacts

A woman decided to take her granny out for the day to spoil her and thank her for everything she has done for her life. Mzansi was so touched by the gesture.

Woman's inspiring journey of persistence as a successful entrepreneur trends

Woman's inspiring journey of persistence as a successful entrepreneur trends

A young woman has been trending after she shared a story about her journey of becoming an entrepreneur. She was rejected countless times but hard work paid off.

Nurse's dream comes true as she purchases her first car, a VW Polo, defying expectations, Mzansi sends well wishes

Nurse's dream comes true as she purchases her first car, a VW Polo, defying expectations, Mzansi sends well wishes

A nurse is trending on social media for buying a brand new car. This will be the lady's first car and her choice is the VW Polo and the colour choice is white.

Woman shares beautiful photos of her small living space for her family, prompting Mzansi to seek tips

Woman shares beautiful photos of her small living space for her family, prompting Mzansi to seek tips

A woman posted on Facebook of her house and has inspired Mzansi with beautiful photos of her small living space. The house is for her and her kids to live in.

Trisha Pillay