Jade Rhode

Education: Bachelor of Arts majoring in Journalism and Media Studies (distinction) and Linguistics, Rhodes University (2020-2022)

Experience: Human Interest Reporter at Briefly News (2024), editorial intern for BONA Magazine at Habari Media (April 2023 - April 2024), fashion sub-editor at Activate (2021-2022), freelance writer at Vannie Kaap News (2020-2021)

Jade Rhode is a Human Interest Reporter who joined the Briefly News team in April 2024. She obtained her Bachelor of Arts degree from Rhodes University, majoring in Journalism and Media Studies (distinction) and Linguistics. Before pursuing her tertiary education, Jade worked as a freelance writer at Vannie Kaap News. After her studies, she worked as an editorial intern for BONA Magazine, contributing to both print and online. To get in touch with Jade, email jade.rhode@briefly.co.za

2325 articles published since 23 Apr 2024

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"Why am I smiling?": SA swoons seeing Ntando and Bash's romantic bakkie date

Family and Relationships

a year ago

"Plastic shoes for R800": Man shades footwear brand after missing affordable sale

People

a year ago

"That prayer saved you": SA jokes after woman's wig catches fire on 21st birthday

People

a year ago

"That's a signature to me": SA laughs after seeing funny chat between doctor and patient

People

a year ago

"Do I tell the mom?": Woman seeks advice about next-door nanny's alleged abuse

People

a year ago

"I'm deeply hurt": Woman's Shein customs bill almost half of her order's total

People

a year ago

"10/10 filming": SA applauds woman's camera skills showing neighbour's garage on fire

People

a year ago

A Cape Town woman shared a video of her neighbour's garage on fire. Members of the online community applauded the dedicated lady's camera skills.

"I wanted my slice of heaven": Man flexes massive rural dream house's progress

People

a year ago

A local man shared the progress of building his dream home, which seemed to be in a rural area. Internet users shared how the stunning structure inspired them.

Kolisi divorce: Throwback video of Rachel talking about Siya being away for months splits SA

Family and Relationships

a year ago

An old clip showed Rachel Kolisi talking about Siya being away for months and how she was used to it. Her confessions split people and caused them to take sides.

"Don't have basic home training": Student complains about messy roommates

People

a year ago

A University of the Free State student shared a video of the messy kitchen caused by her roommates. People felt they could relate to the student's struggles.

"Is that a dog or tokoloshe?": Gayton McKenzie stunned after daughter pulls prank on him

Family and Relationships

a year ago

Minister of Sports, Arts and Culture Gayton McKenzie's daughter shared the prank she pulled on her father, getting his honest reaction after seeing an "ugly" animal.

"Love wins": Mzansi swoons after husband buys brand-new his and hers cars

Family and Relationships

a year ago

A proud wife shared that her loving husband bought a car for himself and one for her. Online users congratulated the woman and applauded the man's thoughtfulness.

"Learners are in good hands": Mzansi loves consumer studies teachers' style of teaching

People

a year ago

A Grade 12 consumer studies teacher shared a clip of how he explained the difference between suitability and versatility to his learners, which people applauded.

"I feel slightly attacked": Mzansi peeps bust as 7 friends host 'ugly shoes' party

People

a year ago

A group of friends had a ball as they hosted their 'ugly shoes' party, which consisted of pumps and other shoe styles. Internet users laughed at the selection.

"Getting ready for festive": SA busts at Jive's non-alcoholic-labelled drinks

People

a year ago

While at a local shop, a man shared that he saw non-alcoholic-labelled bottles of Jive cooldrink in the fridge. Online users laughed after seeing the flavours.

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