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

Author's articles

"Excuse me? Your what?": Kolisi in his feels after man calls Etzebeth his bestie

People

11 months ago

"Vertical parking": Mzansi wonders how Mercedes crashed in unusual position

People

11 months ago

"Where are the pots?": Internet questions woman using kettle to cook pap and liver

People

11 months ago

Dare to dream: Domestic worker becomes UNISA graduate after facing hardships

Women Empowerment

11 months ago

"Bro took it personally": Mzansi cracks jokes after baboon jumps onto man's car

People

11 months ago

"Give him some land": SA enjoys video of oom dancing to infectious song

People

11 months ago

"Express my appreciation": Artist uses fire smoke to create Chris Brown portrait

People

11 months ago

Local artist Siphesihle Hlatshwayo created a portrait of Chris Brown using fire smoke. He explained the process and why he made the piece of the controversial star.

"Don't touch the car": Mzansi has split views over people's reactions to supercar in video

People

11 months ago

A video showed a Lamborghini pass by a group in Camps Bay, Cape Town, many looking at the vehicle in awe. However, one man's reaction upset many online.

"How tall are you?": Short man's photo with Eben Etzebeth and RG Snyman sends Mzansi

People

11 months ago

A man shared a picture of himself standing between Eben Etzebeth and RG Snyman at a local gym. The height difference had many online users cracking jokes.

"Legends on 1 boat": SA loves video of 4 Springbok players chilling on a yacht in Mauritius

People

11 months ago

A video showed four Springbok players enjoying themselves on a yacht in Mauritius with their spouses and children. Online users said the men deserved the break.

"Father of the Year": SA loves teen taking baby to matric dance as partner

Family and Relationships

11 months ago

A young girl shared that her daughter went with her father to his matric dance as his partner. Social media users adored the video and added positive comments.

"We need to get Rachel dance lessons": Siya Kolisi's sister jams with Rachel Kolisi

Family and Relationships

11 months ago

Springboks captain Siya Kolisi's sister Liphelo shared a TikTok video of herself and her sister-in-law Rachel Kolisi taking part in a dance challenge.

"Plug us please": SA curious after woman buys groceries worth R1 400 for R400

People

11 months ago

A young woman shared that she paid R400 for groceries worth R1 400 using a local supermarket's delivery app. The affordable deal intrigued people online.