Tshepiso Mametela

Education: Academic Acceleration Programme, St John's College Academy (2008-2010); National Senior Certificate, Barnato Park High (2010); Google Analytics Academy, Yoast SEO Academy (2022); Crime and Court Reporting, Wits Centre for Journalism (2024)

Experience: Reporter, The Herald (2022-2024); General writer, Briefly News (2021-2022); Senior Sports Contributor, Opera News SA (2019-2020); Journalist, Caxton Newspapers (2018-2019); Sports writer, Wits Sport (2016-2022)

Awards: Gauteng Sports Awards, Finalist: Sports Journalist of the Year, 2017 & 2019

Tshepiso Mametela is a seasoned journalist with eight years of experience writing for online and print publications. He is the current affairs Head of Desk at Briefly News. He was a news reporter for The Herald, a senior sports contributor at Opera News SA, and a reporter for Caxton Local Media’s Bedfordview and Edenvale News and Joburg East Express community titles. He has attended media workshops, including the crime and court reporting one by the Wits Justice Project and Wits Centre for Journalism in 2024. Email: tshepiso.mametela@briefly.co.za

1840 articles published since 10 Jun 2021

Author's articles

Traci Braxton: Singer, Reality TV Star Dies Aged 50 After Battling Cancer

Traci Braxton: Singer, Reality TV Star Dies Aged 50 After Battling Cancer

2 years ago

Ukraine ambassador quizzes Ramaphosa on whether Nelson Mandela would've sat idly by

Ukraine ambassador quizzes Ramaphosa on whether Nelson Mandela would've sat idly...

2 years ago

ATM slams Cyril Ramaphosa for appointing Raymond Zondo as SA's new Chief Justice: "Go jump"

ATM slams Cyril Ramaphosa for appointing Raymond Zondo as SA's new Chief Justice...

2 years ago

Man proudly flexes his new Kia, Mzansi applauds win: "Congrats, Becky with the good car"

Man proudly flexes his new Kia, Mzansi applauds win: "Congrats, Becky with the g...

2 years ago

DJ Dimplez's family, friends open up about terminating his life support: "God made a call"

DJ Dimplez's family, friends open up about terminating his life support: "God ma...

2 years ago

'The Wife' trends as Mzansi continues to gush over show's cast: "Mondli & Khanyi raising the bar"

'The Wife' trends as Mzansi continues to gush over show's cast: "Mondli & Khanyi...

2 years ago

Motorists warned to exercise caution due to flooding caused by heavy rains in Gauteng

Motorists warned to exercise caution due to flooding caused by heavy rains in Gauteng

Gauteng Traffic Police have called on motorists to exercise safety amid heavy rains in the province in recent days. Flooding is also expected at the weekend.

Hawks arrest 11 suspects for theft of R2m Eskom aluminium in Witbank, Mpumalanga

Hawks arrest 11 suspects for theft of R2m Eskom aluminium in Witbank, Mpumalanga

The Hawks and other law enforcement role players in Mpumalanga arrested eleven suspects for theft from Eskom Infrastructure. They have since appeared in court.

Former 'Rhythm City' actress Mapula Mafole encourages Mzansi to persevere: "Keep hope alive"

Former 'Rhythm City' actress Mapula Mafole encourages Mzansi to persevere: "Keep hope alive"

South African actress Mapula Mafole shared some inspirational words with her followers on social media. Fans have gushed over the former 'Rhythm City' starlet.

Mr Smeg gushes over MaMkhize for reaching out to Zola 7 after calls to help Kwaito legend

Mr Smeg gushes over MaMkhize for reaching out to Zola 7 after calls to help Kwaito legend

Popular social media user Mr Smeg praised MaMkhize for reaching out to Kwaito legend Zola 7, who has been trending online due to concerns over his well being.

DBN Gogo puts her foot down, hits out at 'disrespectful' trolls: "Don't come for me, I'm not the one"

DBN Gogo puts her foot down, hits out at 'disrespectful' trolls: "Don't come for me, I'm not the one"

Amapiano DJ DBN Gogo lashed out at a troll calling her out for being quick to post broken heart emojis. The star had reacted shockingly to DJ Dimplez's death.

Sassy construction worker hun ready to get the bread in work suit, SA loving the confidence

Sassy construction worker hun ready to get the bread in work suit, SA loving the confidence

A woman making a name for herself in a male dominated construction industry has captivated Mzansi. The leading lady shared a now viral pic dressed in overalls.

Locals spill the tea on why their last relationships ended, spicy deets emerge: "Forgot to log out"

Locals spill the tea on why their last relationships ended, spicy deets emerge: "Forgot to log out"

Twitter users unpacked the reasons for their relationships ending in a recent viral topic. A local influencer had opened the floor with the burning question.

Sho Madjozi announces fiery return after spending some time away from social media

Sho Madjozi announces fiery return after spending some time away from social media

Sho Madjozi has returned after some time away and was sure to tell her followers she is not pregnant. The rapper said she had been dealing with personal issues.

NPA wants SANDF soldiers who assaulted police prosecuted: "They have a case to answer"

NPA wants SANDF soldiers who assaulted police prosecuted: "They have a case to answer"

Three SANDF soldiers will appear in court for allegedly assaulting Jan Kempdorp SAPS officers in October 2021. The NPA believes it has a case against the trio.

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