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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"We're not here to waste anybody's time": Woman shares the 'unspoken rules' of South Africa

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"God took his time making women": Stunners showing go-to dance moves impress the internet

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"This is my own experience": Afrikaner shares experience with New Zealand healthcare system

People

2 months ago

"Whoever created this is thoughtful": PEP Home's wearable hot water bottle gets people's attention

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"Served the department with pride": Correctional Services workers celebrate colleagues' retirement

People

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"More than the average salary in South Africa": R28k macarons stun local man

People

2 months ago

"I need 10 of those": British tourist taste tests and rates popular South African snacks

People

2 months ago

Join TikTok creator Islam as he taste tests iconic South African snacks in Cape Town, featuring unique treats like Island Way Sorbet and Jellytots.

"You made my night shift": Petrol attendant gets massive tip from generous motorist

People

2 months ago

A petrol attendant, Tebogo Mokoena, received a generous tip from motorist Rob Retief, capturing hearts with their touching interaction in a viral TikTok video.

"Daddy is beaming with pride": Former 'Isidingo' star at daughter's graduation leaves SA nostalgic

Family and Relationships

2 months ago

Jack Devnarain celebrated his daughter's graduation from the University of Johannesburg with a Bachelor of Health Sciences and her achievements in powerlifting.

"Look at how young you were": Oldest video of Cindy the Baboon warms South Africans' hearts

People

2 months ago

Discover the oldest video of Cindy the Baboon, a beloved internet sensation. Relive her heartwarming moments with the Lambrechts family after her passing.

"Tempted to join": South Africans delighted as locals atop Table Mountain become attractions

People

2 months ago

A joyous group of young South African women danced atop Cape Town's Table Mountain, capturing tourists' hearts in a viral TikTok challenge. See the lively moments!

"People will disappoint you": SA split by Seoul-based Afrikaner woman's reason for not coming home

Family and Relationships

2 months ago

Afrikaner content creator Suné Brink shared her humorous take on refusing to return to South Africa, sparking diverse reactions online amidst her life in Seoul.

"I wonder if there are fish in here": Helen Zille swims in 3-year-old Johannesburg pothole

People

2 months ago

Helen Zille's swim in a Johannesburg pothole stirs debate on infrastructure issues, health concerns, and municipal service delivery among South Africans.

"The message is clear": AI wall highlights Cape Town's haves and have-nots

People

2 months ago

Discover how an AI-generated image of Cape Town's proposed R180 million wall sparked debate on the divide between affluent suburbs and struggling communities.

"Doesn't make sense": Nigerian man weighs in on Igbo king in Eastern Cape, South Africans agree

People

2 months ago

A Nigerian content creator expressed his opinion about Solomon Ogbonna Eziko, a Nigerian man who became an Igbo king in the Eastern Cape. The event caused an uproar.

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