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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Siya slaying at being a single dad: A look at Kolisi’s life post-divorce

Family and Relationships

7 months ago

Fashion debate: Man shows "best streetwear stores" in Cape Town, locals disagree

People

7 months ago

"Growing with your partner": Young Western Cape couple who married with nothing celebrate furnished home

Family and Relationships

7 months ago

Man falls for stunner at rugby match, SA tracks her down: "Andile is looking for you"

Family and Relationships

7 months ago

Back-to-school blues: Parent shows Januworry fridge with labelled food for kid

Family and Relationships

7 months ago

"It's very convenient": Woman plugs PEP Home's R90 vegetable chopper

People

7 months ago

"Communicating via Wi-Fi": SA busts at gent giving bae 'death stare' at groove

Family and Relationships

7 months ago

A TikTokker shared a video of a man who spotted his girlfriend at groove the 'death stare.' Many people found the post comical, while others weren't amused.

"Looks like an Airbnb": SA wowed as Eastern Cape woman transforms garage into stunning apartment

People

8 months ago

An innovative woman from the Eastern Cape showed how she transformed her crumbling garage into an amazing and stylish living space. People loved what they saw.

"I thought he would be fine": Woman mourns brother who died hours into new year

Family and Relationships

8 months ago

A woman shared on her TikTok account that she lost her brother a few hours into the new year. Many social media users sent their heartfelt condolences.

"Came for a job application": SA laughs as baboon scales wall for Sixty60 toy bike

People

8 months ago

A woman in Cape Town shared a video of a mischievous baboon climbing her wall to reach her child's Checkers Sixty60 toy bike and nibbling on a treat.

"It hurts my tongue": Adorable little girl says she's tired of speaking isiXhosa

People

8 months ago

An adorable little girl shared with her father why she couldn't speak isiXhosa. The viral video entertained several social media users, who laughed in the comments.

"Male version of Grace Mondlana": SA enjoys man deep cleaning new apartment

People

8 months ago

A local young man shared a video of himself deep cleaning his new apartment, not missing a spot. Social media users loved the home cleaning clip.

"Everything is cheap": US woman shares 5 things she learned in SA, review annoys locals

People

8 months ago

A woman from the United States of America shared five things she learned about Mzansi while she was in the country. One of her reviews frustrated South Africans.

New year, new Kolisi: Siya ditches profile picture with Rachel and 'husband' status in 2025

Family and Relationships

8 months ago

Springbok captain Siya Kolisi welcomed the new year with an updated profile picture and bio on Instagram. He no longer has a photo with Rachel Kolisi.

Woman reflects on 3 failed side hustles, SA shows support: "Now you know what works"

People

8 months ago

A South African woman shared the three side hustles she attempted and failed at succeeding. Social media users showed the woman support in the comments.

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