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

1908 articles published since 23 Apr 2024

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"Generation of eco-conscious citizens": KZN schools celebrated for prioritising sustainability

People

8 months ago

"We can’t take our people anywhere": Cape Town man almost robbed in Germany by SA gent

People

8 months ago

"A red carpet viewing": Woman's dramatic funeral entrance stumps internet

People

8 months ago

"He can go places": SA enjoys 'I Feel Good Kid' Desmond Koolen singing Afrikaans song

People

8 months ago

"They said it was waterproof": Woman washes fiancé's 'dirty' PS5 controllers

Family and Relationships

8 months ago

"People don’t read descriptions": Internet laughs at woman's failed Temu lounge chair purchase

People

8 months ago

"Injury on duty": Internet divided after domestic worker has failed skateboard moment

People

8 months ago

A domestic worker shared a video of herself on a skateboard. While some found the clip funny, others thought she was being forced to perform the stunt.

"Can we call the SPCA?": Woman's frog, crocodile and fox meal disturbs internet

People

8 months ago

A woman said that because she was in a relationship with a Nigerian man, she prepared a meal consisting of frogs, foxes, and crocodiles. The dish disgusted many.

"Red flags are there": Internet humoured as woman takes bae's phone while he showers

Family and Relationships

8 months ago

A woman couldn't help but laugh when she shared a video of herself taking her husband's phone while he was showering. The man chased her around the house.

"Now let's upgrade": Mzansi laughs as Australian woman tries SA slang

People

8 months ago

An Australian comedian, Tanya Hennessy, shared a video of herself using South African slang after spending a week in the country. Her attempt amused locals.

"Bucket list idea": Man shares video of world's fastest zipline located in Mzansi

People

8 months ago

A man shared a video of two brave women taking on the fastest zipline in the world, which is situated in South Africa. Many people shared they wouldn't attempt it.

"You broke my legs": Cape Town woman accuses influencer Zuki Lamani of hurting her, humours SA

People

8 months ago

South African lifestyle content creator Zuki Lamani shared a video of her strange encounter with a Cape Town woman who accused her of hurting her.

"You look like your mom": Internet after Elon Musk's estranged daughter shares info about her mother

Family and Relationships

8 months ago

Elon Musk's estranged daughter, Vivian Wilson, shared information about her mother after a TikTokker wondered if her mom was better than her dad.

"Good effort, wrong place": Mzansi debates man improving rural 1-room home's conditions

Family and Relationships

8 months ago

A young woman shared how grateful she was that her boyfriend improved their home. However, the transformation had some people scratching their heads.

"The pastor left him": Internet laughs at alleged alligator attack during baptism

People

8 months ago

When a pastor tried to baptise a congregant in a muddy lake, an alligator allegedly made its presence known to attack the people. App users couldn't help but laugh.

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