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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"Heaven's finally approved": First graduate in family celebrates breaking generational curses

Family and Relationships

7 months ago

"I'm not really bothered": South African-British woman loses one of her passports on plane

People

7 months ago

"One step at a time": Retail worker flaunts home achievements thanks to 'small salary'

People

7 months ago

"My forever sisters": Qhawekazi Mazaleni shares video montage of Miss South Africa finalists

People

7 months ago

"Living out her vows": Wife helping bodybuilding husband in wheelchair enjoy beach impresses South Africans

Family and Relationships

7 months ago

"It’s a 'rich people' hobby": Man reconsiders cycling after seeing expensive gear

People

7 months ago

"Adorable and convenient": Man's disposable braai intrigues South Africans

People

7 months ago

A South African man demonstrated how he uses a disposable braai, perfect for small portions of meat. Local social media users were in awe of the convenience.

"I will continue to shout Qhawe's name": Homba Mazaleni's TikTok account hacked, addresses hackers

Family and Relationships

7 months ago

Homba Mazaleni shared that her TikTok account had been hacked after she posted videos supporting her sister Qhawekazi Mazaleni's Miss South Africa 2025 win.

"Give yourself a fighting chance": Man shares how he maintains straight A's for exams

People

7 months ago

A South African man shared two methods for people to achieve distinctions, as he did with his exam papers, and emphasised learning how to answer questions.

"Start with a wheelbarrow": Woman shares unemployed man wants wife to buy him a bakkie

Family and Relationships

7 months ago

A qualified management accountant revealed that a woman's unemployed husband wanted her to buy him a Toyota bakkie, surpassing her R19,000 salary.

"Look like twins": Miss South Africa 2025 and her sister spark double-take with their striking resemblance

Family and Relationships

7 months ago

Many people thought Miss South Africa 2025, Qhawekazi Mazaleni, had a twin after seeing her older sister, Homba Mazaleni, who was a finalist in the 2023 pageant.

"Explore it on a budget": Woman shows affordable activities in Mpumalanga

People

7 months ago

A South African travel content creator shared how people could explore Mpumalanga on a budget at Graskop Gorge, enjoying two activities at the tourist attraction.

"Determined to succeed": South Africans swoon over mom's matric exam care package

Family and Relationships

7 months ago

A South African mother shared a heartwarming video in which she surprised her son, a matric learner, with an exam care package filled with energy drinks and sweets.

"Rank doesn't matter": Woman shows correctional officer's surprisingly low salary

People

7 months ago

South African content creator Boni Xaba showcased the payslip of an anonymous correctional officer. People were shocked after seeing the little money earned.

"I was right at home": Coloured woman in USA shares authentic Dominican blowout experience

People

7 months ago

A South African woman in America shared her experience of getting a Dominican blowout. People compared it to what could be expected in the Coloured community.

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