Bongekile is an award-winning South African journalist with over a decade of experience in print media. As Deputy Politics Editor at South Africa's largest online news publication, News24, Bongekile manages a team of five reporters from three of her nation’s largest provinces.  

As Deputy Politics Editor, Bongekile has led the coverage of political changes in South Africa, including the government of national unity following the 2024 elections, which she describes as an exciting challenge. Her responsibilities include writing breaking news, chasing leads and interviews, researching and producing digital videos, and contributing to editorial meetings. 

Before the politics beat, Bongekile spent 10 years dedicated to education journalism. She has produced news in print, online, in video and audio formats.