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

1899 articles published since 23 Apr 2024

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Unisa astrophysicist wins prestigious global prize: "Much-needed visibility to my work"

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South Africans ready to see upcoming blood moon in total lunar eclipse: "Beware of the werewolves"

People

2 months ago

“South Africa and Ukraine share a history”: Luxe Eastern Cape hotel honours connection with new sign

People

2 months ago

Adorable Afrikaner kid, 4, stressed by school goes viral: "They do ugly things"

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American woman jokes that she's Zulu, humours South Africans: "She fits right in with the culture"

People

2 months ago

Man gets South Africa hyped about massive sports weekend: "Focus for the next 80-odd hours"

People

2 months ago

LLB graduate works at retail store, South Africa shows her support: "Nothing is impossible"

People

2 months ago

A lawyer shared that an LLB graduate was looking for articles for eight years and now works at a retail store. Her story resonated with many South Africans.

Toddler 'buys' R8k Range Rover SV, South Africans crack jokes: "Coerced into signing"

People

2 months ago

A viral video showed a toddler signing for the R8 000 mini Range Rover SV he 'bought' from a local dealership. The adorable moment amused South Africans.

"25c is a lot here": South African man in Germany shows how recycling bottles gets him groceries

People

2 months ago

A young South African man who lives in Germany shared that recycling a few plastic bottles allowed him to buy himself a few grocery items for a cooked meal.

South Africans frustrated over 2 men's trolley dash attempt: "All they did was run"

People

2 months ago

Two men failed to fill their shopping cart in a trolley dash competition, leaving many South Africans fuming in the comment section. Watch the hilarious fail!

"I'm 91, I feel 13": Stylish and energetic Ouma grabs South Africans' attention

Family and Relationships

2 months ago

A 91-year-old great-grandmother grabbed South Africans' attention with her stylish high heels, vibrant energy, and inspiring words about her faith.

"Celebrating Heritage Month": Cape Town woman's vanilla biltong cookie gets South Africa's attention

People

2 months ago

A Cape Town-based business owner created a vanilla-based biltong cookie in honour of Heritage Month, sparking both excitement and curiosity online.

"Supporting the local economy": Gauteng hustler inspires with sunflower cooking oil business

People

2 months ago

Nosso Sunflower Oil founder Calab Baloyi from Gauteng started selling locally produced sunflower cooking oil after he lost his job during the COVID-19 pandemic.

"Don't click the link": Man warns South Africans against falling for bank SMS scam

People

2 months ago

A content creator warned people about a bank scam involving a fraudulent SMS link. Online community members shared their personal experiences with similar scams.

Soweto gogo shows her youthful dancing to R. Kelly's song, entertains South Africa: "Retired baddie"

People

2 months ago

A gogo from Soweto went viral dancing to R. Kelly's 'Happy People.' Her infectious moves and youthful energy captivated millions, spreading joy across South Africa.

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