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

1688 articles published since 23 Apr 2024

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"All my pocket money": Mom shows costly restaurant bill after taking out 3 kids

Family and Relationships

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"For the entire month": Man shows affordable cost of charging a cellphone

People

a month ago

"I thought it was unique": US woman learns her Zulu name is actually a boy's name

People

a month ago

"They're quite rare": Men rediscover the world's smallest snake, return creeps out South Africans

People

a month ago

Yvonne Chaka Chaka falls victim to fake AI video making health allegations: "It's truly scary"

Celebrities

a month ago

DJ Warras expresses disappointment over Johannesburg's state in photo: "It's being destroyed"

Celebrities

a month ago

Candice Modiselle tells Mzansi what to give her husband for his birthday: "Today we celebrate"

Celebrities

a month ago

Candice Modiselle celebrates her husband’s birthday and involved South African social media users in the fun by asking them to do two things in his honour.

"Build toward a child's future": Woman launches South Africa's 1st gifting and investment app

Women Empowerment

a month ago

In May 2025, Sibongile Maputla launched an app designed to help people secure generational wealth for children through sustainable and meaningful investments.

Berita promotes new song, SA makes it about ex Nota Baloyi: "Don't take him back"

Music

a month ago

Berita released a new song on her birthday and continued to promote her project. However, people in her comment section made it about her ex, Nota Baloyi.

"I keep testing my ancestors": Man shows damaged plane on local airline

People

a month ago

A South African man at an airport in Bloemfontein joked that he was testing his ancestors when he boarded a damaged plane, sparking reactions online.

"Modesty in sports": Girl shows Christian netball players covered for match, divides SA

People

a month ago

A Christian girl shared a video showing netball players wearing modest outfits. Some respected the girls' choice of attire, while others questioned its practicality.

"Black wealth": Mzansi wide-eyed over matric dance vlog showcasing rich vibes

People

a month ago

A woman vlogged her brother's matric dance celebration with his friends, showcasing rich vibes. Social media users were in awe of the luxury lifestyle on display.

"How rich is Siya Kolisi?": TikTokker breaks down Springbok captain's alleged salary

People

a month ago

A TikTok content creator wondered how rich Springbok captain Siya Kolisi was, shared the alleged yearly salary he pocketed, and broke down the figures.

Anele Zondo lands unique international luxury brand deal, 1st South African to be approved

Celebrities

a month ago

Anele Zondo celebrated a magnificent milestone in her career, landing a gig with an international luxury fashion brand, becoming the first South African to do so.

"Kasi edition": Young man nails Nicki Minaj's viral TikTok pose challenge, impresses SA

People

a month ago

A man took part in the viral TikTok pose challenge inspired by Nicki Minaj's pose in the music video for her song 'High School.' He called it the 'kasi edition.'

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