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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"Rest in peace to Riky Rick": New York City Mayor-Elect Zohran Mamdani flexes knowledge of SA music

People

5 months ago

"The biggest highlight of 2025": Rachel John shares private baptism video

People

5 months ago

"We love you so much": Family gifts uncle an all-expenses-paid trip to his favourite place

Family and Relationships

5 months ago

"Gogo is the star": South Africans entertained as family reenacts 'Generations: The Legacy' scene

Family and Relationships

5 months ago

"It’s an acquired taste": South Africans divided as woman tries Woolworths' rollmops

People

5 months ago

"We will keep celebrating her life": Cindy the Baboon's 'brother' continues to mourn her death

Family and Relationships

5 months ago

"Thought it was an exorcism": Woman’s baffling reaction during alleged baptism stuns crowd

People

5 months ago

An alleged baptism in Camps Bay, Cape Town, attracted confusion as a woman made strange sounds. Watch the viral video that stunned beachgoers and sparked debate.

"I'm going to sing in isiXhosa": SA man serenades baddies in Brazil with national anthem

People

5 months ago

A South African model mesmerised women in Brazil by singing the national anthem, blending isiXhosa and other languages, despite playful mispronunciations.

"Have you seen the price of petrol?": Afrikaner 'cowboys' at McDonald's drive-thru humour Mzansi

People

5 months ago

A woman shared a video of Afrikaner 'cowboys' at a McDonald's drive-thru, sparking laughter online as social media users reacted to this amusing sight.

"Even law enforcement is here": Cape Town swimmers allegedly toyi-toyi to stay in pool

People

5 months ago

A video captured Cape Town swimmers at Sea Point Pavilion toyi-toying for extra time in the pool, igniting a social media debate over respect and regulations.

"Much more experimental": British women rave about Woolworths' unique offerings

People

5 months ago

Two British women marveled at Woolworths in Cape Town, discovering unique flavours and local snacks, while internet users chimed in with suggestions and opinions.

"People could have died": Anger erupts over alleged drunk driver's reckless behaviour

People

5 months ago

Viral video shows a KwaZulu-Natal man, allegedly intoxicated, evading arrest after running red lights, sparking outrage and criticism from social media users.

"One disaster after another": Internet makes assumptions after Northgate Shopping Centre's ceiling collapses

People

5 months ago

A viral video captured the shocking collapse of the Northgate Shopping Centre's ceiling. Social media reacted as Johannesburg experiences severe weather impacts.

"Seems more fun than the English one: Family playing Afrikaans 30 Seconds entertains South Africans

Family and Relationships

5 months ago

A content creator's hilarious mishap with the Afrikaans version of 30 Seconds had South Africans laughing as her family struggled to describe words in comical ways.

"Thank you for everything": Cindy the Baboon's final Christmas captured in heartwarming video

People

5 months ago

Cindy the Baboon, a beloved blind rescue animal, spent her last Christmas with family. Heartfelt video reveals her joy before her passing from heart failure.

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