Maryn Blignaut

Education: BA in Communication Science, the University of South Africa (2012-2016), AFP Digital Investigation Techniques course (Google News Initiative, 2023), Google News Initiative training (2024)

Experience: Briefly News (2017-present)

Awards: - Best Appealing Storytelling: Highest Average Pageviews, 2023 by Briefly News - Awarded the 2023 Gender Mainstreaming Award (Empowerment of Women in the Community) as part of the Briefly News team

Maryn Blignaut is the Editor-in-Chief at Briefly News. She holds a BA in Communication Science from the University of South Africa (2016) and has over seven years of journalism experience. She specialises in digital journalism and feature writing. Maryn completed the AFP Digital Investigation Techniques course and multiple Google News Initiative training programmes. For enquiries, contact maryn.blignaut@briefly.co.za.

1241 articles published since 30 Oct 2017

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Jaden Smith to open restaurant that will give free meals to homeless people

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Justin Bieber slammed for wearing dreadlocks, accused of cultural appropriation

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Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson celebrates daughter Tia Giana's birthday in cute post

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NeYo and wife Crystal Smith expecting 1st daughter together

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Kim Kardashian officially joins world's billionaires list for the 1st time

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'How I Met Your Mother' actor celebrates hubby on anniversary

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How I Met Your Mother thespian Barney, born Neil Patrick Harris, has celebrated his husband David Burtka as the couple mark their 17th anniversary together.

Christian artist Lecrae says he loves Jesus but isn't churchy person

4 years ago

As much as he loves Jesus, the American musician finds it hard to adapt a “churchy” vibe or behaviour and prefers confessing his adoration for the most high.

Actress Taraji P Henson mourns death of her beloved dog K-Ball

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Over the weekend, as other people relaxed and drunk away their stress and frustrations, US actress Taraji P Henson was biting her nails and praying for her dog.

Steve Harvey reacts to his daughter dating actor Micheal B. Jordan

4 years ago

Steve Harvey was speaking on the Ellen Degeneres Show when he revealed that the Black Panther actor Michael B. Jordan is good for his stepdaughter Lori Harvey.

Loved by You: Justin Bieber Drops New Music with Burna Boy

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Tweeps have taken to social media to share their thoughts on the new Justin Beiber song from his sixth studio album, Justice. Burna Boy was featured on it.

Kanye West reportedly becomes richest black man in US history

4 years ago

Kanye West is reportedly the richest black man in US history after it was confirmed that he's now worth R97 billion. His Yeezy deals are a big part of that.

Transgender actor Elliot Page says he wanted to be a boy at aged 9

4 years ago

When star Elliot Page stepped into acting, the award-winning actor felt like he could not look at photos of himself whenever he stepped out in feminine clothes.

Jennifer Lopez, Alex Rodriguez deny breakup rumours in joint statement

4 years ago

The two celebrity lovebirds who have been together since 2017 brushed off the malicious allegations and told CNN that all the negative speculation was untrue.

Khloe Kardashian professes love for Tristan Thompson 1 year after breakup

4 years ago

In an Instagram post spotted by Briefly, Khloe declares that she loves Tristan and explained their situation as one that has been tried, tested and tempted.

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