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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"Imagine being an intern": SA laughs at employees' 5 shady notes to colleagues

People

a year ago

"I'd be getting 80s": SA motivated as young Afrikaans teacher's fun lesson goes viral

People

a year ago

"Siya lost a real one": SA gushes over Rachel adopting Kolisi's siblings 10 years ago

Family and Relationships

a year ago

"Stop lying to customers about time": 'Client' gets super impatient at hair salon

People

a year ago

"Those French brunettes got to Siya": Mampara comments following Kolisi divorce announcement

Family and Relationships

a year ago

"Andidikwe!": Comical dance lessons and 3 other funny Siya and Rachel moments

Family and Relationships

a year ago

"Not before festive": Man sends Siya Kolisi a voice note singing and begging to fix his marriage

Family and Relationships

a year ago

A content creator shared a voice note he sent Siya Kolisi. In it, he sang and begged the rugby star to fix his marriage with Rachel, which online users agreed with.

"Who are these divas?": SA loves the vibes as schoolgirls dance in front of teacher

People

a year ago

A Johannesburg high school girl uploaded a video of herself and her friends confidently dancing in their classroom, even though their teacher was present.

Kolisi divorce: Woman's allegations about Siya days before announcement go viral

Family and Relationships

a year ago

A local woman shared allegations about Siya and Rachel Kolisi's marriage before the couple announced their divorce. The claims surprised many people.

"Who is your Miss?": Men irritated after man pranks them using female titles

People

a year ago

A man approached two men and addressed them using female titles, which irritated them. Some people found the prank hilarious, while others said it was dangerous.

"Poverty is so loud": Woman shows off 2 R1.2k Stanley cups, playfully shades trolls

People

a year ago

A South African woman showed off the two R1 200 Stanley cups she bought herself. People wanted to ditch the dupes and get themselves the real deal.

"Perfect 8-sleeper stay": Travellers show off affordable Western Cape hidden gem

People

a year ago

Two travel enthusiasts showed off an affordable hidden gem in the Western Cape that sleeps eight people. People commented on the price and location.

"Patiently waiting": Woman washes Capitec Bank card to get ready for upcoming payday

People

a year ago

A woman shared a video of herself washing her Capitec Bank card by spraying a detergent before wiping it with a cloth. Some people joked about the woman's actions.

"Why I need a car": Dog mom books entire taxi to go to vet after e-hailing drivers refused service

People

a year ago

A woman booked an entire taxi to take her dog to the vet after e-hailing drivers refused their services. Internet users loved the dog mom's efforts for her pet.

"Did he pay?": SA busts after seeing video of obedient dog taking a taxi ride

People

a year ago

A young woman shared a video of a dog riding as a passenger in a taxi. Some described the furry animal as embarrassed, while others cracked jokes.

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