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 big, bags medical degree with 7 distinctions from Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University

Woman achieves big, bags medical degree with 7 distinctions from Sefako Makgatho...

a year ago

Woman celebrates Success, gets new car, crib, and job in TikTok video, Mzansi impressed: “Ladies are winning”

Woman celebrates Success, gets new car, crib, and job in TikTok video, Mzansi im...

a year ago

Young maskandi singing sensation Natasha K surprised on birthday, TikTok video trends for her humbleness

Young maskandi singing sensation Natasha K surprised on birthday, TikTok video t...

a year ago

Woman shares TikTok video of her sister graduating as a doctor, pays tribute to their late mother

Woman shares TikTok video of her sister graduating as a doctor, pays tribute to...

a year ago

Pregnant Mrs Bullock wows with amapiano dance to ‘Kunkra’ in video, reveals 3-week countdown to delivery

Pregnant Mrs Bullock wows with amapiano dance to ‘Kunkra’ in video, reveals 3-we...

a year ago

TikTok video of woman’s epic engagement proposal in Cape Town Winelands leaves Mzansi shook: "Like a movie"

TikTok video of woman’s epic engagement proposal in Cape Town Winelands leaves M...

a year ago

TikTok video of lady taking son to visit her parents in Zululand after 2 months, Mzansi overflows with warmth

TikTok video of lady taking son to visit her parents in Zululand after 2 months, Mzansi overflows with warmth

A woman was asked by her son to take him to visit his grandparents after being separated for two months. Peeps were in love with the close bond between them.

Woman pilot proudly Shows off accomplishments in video, flexes new car and crib, Mzansi applauds success

Woman pilot proudly Shows off accomplishments in video, flexes new car and crib, Mzansi applauds success

A pilot has trended for making big money moves. The lady trended on social media for all she has achieved at such a young age. She has her own house and car.

TikTok Video of UKZN graduate's vosho dance on stage during graduation trends for epic moves

TikTok Video of UKZN graduate's vosho dance on stage during graduation trends for epic moves

A young graduate is trending on TikTok for her vosho dance at UKZN. The lady made the moves during her graduation ceremony, and peeps loved her enthusiasm.

Orphaned woman's inspiring story of becoming a nurse, builds a house for brother and herself

Orphaned woman's inspiring story of becoming a nurse, builds a house for brother and herself

A woman has been trending on TikTok after she shared her inspirational story. The lady who was an orphan graduated as a nurse and built a home for her family.

Pretoria woman's TikTok video of striking mkhukhu display ignites reactions from Mzansi

Pretoria woman's TikTok video of striking mkhukhu display ignites reactions from Mzansi

A Pretoria woman uploaded a TikTok video showing off her mkhukhu and how her structure looks. The post sparked reactions from peeps in Mzansi, praising her.

French woman's proud display of Xhosa bae sparks online frenzy

French woman's proud display of Xhosa bae sparks online frenzy

A French lady showed off her Xhosa lover in a TikTok video. She took her boyfriend back to France, and peeps weighed in on the situation. Peeps love the pair.

TikTok video of woman's stunning black and white Xhosa outfit takes the internet by storm

TikTok video of woman's stunning black and white Xhosa outfit takes the internet by storm

Video of woman's traditional Xhosa outfit has become a viral sensation. Peeps were impressed by her beautiful black and white dress that had a modern twist.

TikTok of lady comparing slip-on shoes from Woolworths to Jet sparks debate, revealing a R130 price difference

TikTok of lady comparing slip-on shoes from Woolworths to Jet sparks debate, revealing a R130 price difference

A woman uploaded a TikTok video of her finding the exact same style of shoes at Jet and Woolworths. Peeps were impressed, but sometimes it's about quality.

TikTok video of woman showcasing makoti edition of clothing haul, peeps inspired

TikTok video of woman showcasing makoti edition of clothing haul, peeps inspired

A woman uploaded a TikTok video about her outfits as a makoti. She plugged Mzansi with the different styles and peeps were so impressed by her outfit choices.

Trisha Pillay