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

Family and Relationships

9 months ago

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

People

9 months ago

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

People

9 months ago

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

People

9 months ago

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

People

9 months ago

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

People

9 months ago

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

Family and Relationships

9 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

9 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

9 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

9 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.

"5.5kg at birth": Woman shows 8-month-old daughter for 'Big Baby' TikTok

Family and Relationships

9 months ago

A woman shared that she wanted to join the Big Baby TikTok community and showed what her daughter looked like at eight months old. People adored the bundle of joy.

"It's the little things": Woman shows sweet video of dad and brother's kind gestures

Family and Relationships

9 months ago

A TikTok user uploaded a sweet video showcasing the acts of kindness her father and brother showed towards her. The internet loved their generosity.

"Most thoughtful gentleman": Rachel Kolisi shows custom birthday cakes from Siya's brother

Family and Relationships

9 months ago

Rachel Kolisi, who celebrated her 35th birthday on 21 January, shared with Instagram users what Siya Kolisi's brother got her for her special day.

"Siblings want a favour": Woman gets royal treatment from sisters in time for payday

Family and Relationships

9 months ago

A content creator shared a funny video of her two sisters treating her like royalty as they knew payday was around the corner. Mzansi online users laughed.

"Hard work has gone to waste": Matriculant with distinctions rejected by universities

People

9 months ago

A 2024 matriculant who achieved a bachelor's pass and distinctions shared that she didn't receive acceptance letters from the universities to which she had applied.

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