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

Author's articles

"Interesting testimony": Woman nails skit of Julius Mkhwanazi’s Madlanga Commission stress

People

6 months ago

"Closing that period": Internet supports Rachel John opening up about dark past

People

6 months ago

"Her brother's twin": Handré Pollard's wife's video of newborn daughter leaves internet swooning

Family and Relationships

6 months ago

"I think I regret buying this": Woman shows off her Takealot shoe cabinet

People

6 months ago

"The dream came to pass": South African doctor shares breakdown of medical journey abroad

People

6 months ago

"Rent is not cheap": South Africans divided by man's list of alleged cheapest cities to live in

People

6 months ago

"I’m just here for bread": Woman thinks Woolworths cheese is R1.8k, sees an extra item attached

People

6 months ago

A woman discovered a R1.8k cheese at Woolworths, only to find it comes with an extra item. Social media reacted to the pricey cheese and curler combo.

"Why are you still buying more stuff?": Billionaire Johann Rupert's hospital ownership splits SA

People

6 months ago

Johann Rupert’s latest business move saw his company and MSC take full ownership of Mediclinic’s South African operations, sparking mixed reactions.

"He stole the show": Internet impressed as woman's brother becomes her backup dancer in viral trend

Family and Relationships

6 months ago

Watch the viral TikTok trend where a woman's brother stole the show as her backup dancer, impressing thousands online, including rapper Cassper Nyovest.

"2Ks are changing the narrative": SA impressed with 22-year-old groom asking for advice

Family and Relationships

6 months ago

South Africans were impressed by a 22-year-old groom who asked his friends for advice before his wedding. Watch how his circle of support showed love and wisdom.

"He’s more of a beach person": Woman shows South African man's funny reaction to the Grand Canyon

People

6 months ago

A South African man's funny reaction to the Grand Canyon left social media users laughing. See why he called the massive Natural Wonder "just a hole."

"We have reached here by grace": Mother celebrates son's Grade 1 achievements at Afrikaans school

Family and Relationships

6 months ago

Awelani Khoaisi celebrated her son's Grade 1 achievements at an Afrikaans school, overcoming challenges and earning praise from many South Africans.

"Got what you signed up for": Man pays R3 500 for a 2-day trip to Mozambique

People

6 months ago

Discover how a young man enjoyed a budget-friendly two-day trip to Mozambique for just R3 500, including transport, accommodation, and exciting activities.