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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"Motherhood": Woman with disability doing motherly duties touches hearts

Family and Relationships

a year ago

"He made eye contact": Gauteng woman crushes on SAPS cop in video

People

a year ago

"I sent the poem to the Presidency": SONA poet explains Ramaphosa's stance on calling him Cupcake

People

a year ago

SONA 2025 fashion: Cyril Ramaphosa's poet, 19, shows full traditional outfit

People

a year ago

"R220 at Jet": Woman plugs SA with Valentine's Day-inspired shoes

People

a year ago

SONA 2025 fashion: Nomvula Mokonyane's figure-hugging outfit wows Mzansi

People

a year ago

"My side hustle": KZN graduate recycles cans for extra money, leaves SA heartbroken

People

a year ago

A graduate from Pietermaritzburg in KwaZulu-Natal shared that he recycled cans as a way to earn extra money. His post broke hearts in the comment section.

"Life is hard": Man drops engineering to try trading, ends up working in retail

People

a year ago

A local man shared that he dropped out of university where he studied engineering so that he could focus on business and trading. However, he landed a retail job.

"You chose the wrong block": SA busts as TUT student shows views from Soshanguve accommodation

People

a year ago

A Tshwane University of Technology student took to TikTok to show the views from her accommodation in Soshanguve. People found the clip hilarious.

"Let's go to Thailand": Woman shows less than R27k 7-Day trip to Asian country

People

a year ago

A South African travel agent shared how people could enjoy a week-long stay in Thailand for under R27 000, intriguing many local travel enthusiasts.

Pretty in Shein: Woman stuns in fashionable Valentine's Day outfit idea

People

a year ago

A local fashion content creator showed the outfit she got from Shein that served as inspiration for Valentine's Day. Social media users loved the look.

"Golden daughter": Man shows schoolgirl taking part in Tshwala Bam dance challenge

Family and Relationships

a year ago

A South African man shared an entertaining video of a school girl busting moves to Tshwala Bam, a song which went viral on TikTok for its dance challenge.

"I love her right back": Makoti DJ shows sweet moments with mother-in-law

Family and Relationships

a year ago

A makoti showcased the sweet moment she had with her mother-in-law, who showed her affection during a traditional ceremony. Online users adored their bond.

"Love is a beautiful thing": Mzansi adores man getting on one knee on lobola day

Family and Relationships

a year ago

An elated Mzansi bride-to-be showed her future husband arriving on lobola day with a bouquet and a ring and getting down on one knee, making the internet swoon.

Easy DIY hack: Mbali Nhlapho shows cleaning method for suede couches

People

a year ago

Famed housekeeper Mbali Nhlapho showed people on TikTok how she cleaned a suede couch. People loved her easy DIY cleaning method and asked questions about it.

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