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

1703 articles published since 23 Apr 2024

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"It's the verse for me": SA swoons over couple's Western Cape vineyard proposal

Family and Relationships

7 months ago

"We've been brain-sanitised": Man only eats animal products, refuses to eat other foods

People

7 months ago

"I'm happy with the outcome": Homeowner shows patchy grass transformation, impresses SA

People

7 months ago

"Find me": Woman brings 'single' sign to sports match, shows off her online following

People

7 months ago

From cleaner to costume fabricator: A Cape Town man's inspiring journey to creating carnival outfits

People

7 months ago

"Doesn't make sense": Woman vents about female family members' "revealing" attire, gets mixed views

Family and Relationships

7 months ago

SAPS cop catches 2 highly venomous snakes, Mzansi applauds bravery: "So proud of her"

People

7 months ago

A South African Police Service Porter pilot bravely caught two different venomous reptiles at a police station. Several online users applauded the woman.

"Never again": Woman shows video of how Lion's Head hike defeated her

People

7 months ago

A young woman in Cape Town shared that a hike on Lion's Head defeated her and left her lying on the ground. Many people felt the same way about the hiking trail.

"They think she's drowning": Video shows protective dogs watching kid in pool

People

7 months ago

A TikTok video showed two dogs acting as lifeguards as a little girl splashed about in the family's pool. The dogs eventually jumped in to 'save' the swimmer.

"Outfit 2 is my fave": SA loves young teacher's fashionable work attire for the week

People

7 months ago

A South African teacher shared a video of the fashionable garments she wore for the week. Many social media users loved her style and shared their compliments.

"A great achievement": Mzansi celebrates Japanese traveller in true SA style as 6 000km journey ends

People

7 months ago

Gump Suzuki, a 34-year-old traveller from Japan, was celebrated in true South African style after he ended his over 6 000km journey from Kenya in Cape Town.

"I want to come with": Woman shows sister heading off to military in emotional video

Family and Relationships

7 months ago

A young woman had to say goodbye to her sister who decided to join the South African National Defence Force. Some people showed an interest in the military.

"She's the sweetest thing": Dad's ice cream date with adorable daughter melts hearts

Family and Relationships

7 months ago

A South African father showed an adorable video of his ice cream date with his young daughter, who was delighted by the sweet treat and showed it off to strangers.

"Can't be tried in Januworry": Mzansi stunned seeing man use eggs to play pool

People

7 months ago

A South African man showed an interesting and innovative way to play pool by using some eggs and a broomstick. His actions surprised many people.

Lost in translation: UK woman shows Cape Town mansion and 2 other expats rubbing SA the wrong way

People

7 months ago

While it's not uncommon for tourists to visit South Africa, there are similarities in how they conduct themselves in the country, like ruffling locals' feathers.

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