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Privie Kandi

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As seen in: Briefly News, MSN South Africa
Covers:  Entertainment News, Human Interest News
Doesn't Cover: Sport News
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Privie Kandi’s Biography

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Privie Kandi is the HOD for Entertainment at Briefly News. A Journalism and Mass Communication graduate from the Christian College of Southern Africa (2016), she has been in the arts and entertainment industry for over nine years. Privie has worked for the Zimbabwe International Film Festival as a communications officer and a writer and TV producer for lifestyle and entertainment channel CME TV.

Privie Kandi’s Journalist Portfolio

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Mihlali discusses rise to fame and dealing with online trolls in TV special

Mihlali discusses rise to fame and dealing with online trolls in TV special

Mihlali Ndamase recently opened up about what inspired her to venture into the beauty and content creation in…

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It ended in tears: Faith Nketsi allegedly moves out of home with Nzuzo Njilo

It ended in tears: Faith Nketsi allegedly moves out of home with Nzuzo Njilo

Faith Nketsi's marriage is allegedly on the rocks after the Have Faith star allegedly moved out of her matrim…

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RIP: New report seemingly suggests what triggered Costa Titch's seizure

RIP: New report seemingly suggests what triggered Costa Titch's seizure

South Africans are still trying to piece together the news of rapper and dancer Costa Titch's death The star …

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Paul Mashatile and Humile Mjongile tie the knot in traditional ceremony

Paul Mashatile and Humile Mjongile tie the knot in traditional ceremony

Newly elected Deputy President Paul Mashatile reportedly tied the knot in a traditional ceremony The second i…

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Thuli Phongolo, Jessica Nkosi, Ntando Duma listed among SA 's worst actresses

Thuli Phongolo, Jessica Nkosi, Ntando Duma listed among SA 's worst actresses

A conversation about South Africa's actors and actresses has sparked a heated debate on social media People w…

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Student builds mom a house with NSFAS funds and woman slays 'Bhebha' challenge

Student builds mom a house with NSFAS funds and woman slays 'Bhebha' challenge

A Mzansi lady rocking cheeky shorts left social media users salivating with her killer dance moves. A focused…

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Somizi Mhlongo Delivers High Fashion at Hollywoodbets Durban July 2026, Dresses SA’s Biggest Stars

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By Privie Kandi Verified, Kelly Lippke
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Somizi Mhlongo turned heads with bold Sompire Femme creations at the Hollywoodbets Durban July 2026 Celebrities including Zola Mhlongo, DJ Tira, Gugu Khathi and Anele Zondo wore the designer's eye-catching looks Fashion designer Zoe praised Somizi's fearless approach to couture and storytelling through fashion PAY ATTENTION: You can now search for all your favourite news and topics on Briefly News. When it comes to fashion, playing it safe has never been part of Somizi Mhlongo's DNA.
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Validation or Vanity? The Mental Health Toll of Social Media Stardom in Mzansi

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By Privie Kandi Verified
| Briefly News Verified
Editor’s note: Mental health remains one of the most heavily stigmatised topics across Africa, yet it is a growing crisis in our increasingly digital world. In this article, Privie Kandi pulls back the curtain on South Africa's booming influencer economy. This piece is a crucial read because it challenges the dangerous illusion of digital perfection, urging us to look beyond the screen and address the very real psychological toll that social media demands from our youth and creators.
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Bonang Matheba Turns 39 and Mzansi Has Thoughts About Her Age

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By Privie Kandi Verified
| Briefly News Verified
South Africa's Queen B, Bonang Matheba, celebrated her 39th birthday on 25 June 2026 Entertainment blogger Musa Khawula shared the birthday news, sparking a wave of reactions from Mzansi Fans were stunned by how young Bonang looks, though some had mixed feelings about her personal milestones South Africa's beloved media mogul, Bonang Matheba, rang in her 39th birthday on 25 June 2026, and Mzansi had plenty to say about it. Bonang Matheba's age got Mzansi talking.
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What was your first job as a journalist?

I was an in house writer and communications officer at the Zimbabwe International Film and Festival Trust.

Have you ever used a typewriter?

No.

How is social media changing news?

People can access and spread news faster.