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Jim Mohlala

Education: Masters Candidate (Media and Communications), Postgraduate Diploma in Media Leadership and Innovation (2025), Advanced Diploma in Journalism (2024), Diploma in Journalism (2020-2023)

Experience: Human Interest Writer at Briefly News (December 2025-present), Social justice reporter at Daily Maverick (2023-2024), Freelance Journalist at Sunday Times/TimesLIVE (2024-2025), Assistant to Office of FID Dean, CPUT (2025)

Awards: Deans Special Award (CPUT) - Excellent Editorial Leadership

Jim Mohlala is a Human Interest writer for Briefly News (joined in 2025). Mohlala holds a Postgraduate Diploma in Media Leadership and Innovation and an Advanced Diploma in Journalism from the Cape Peninsula University of Technology. He started his career working at the Daily Maverick and has written for the Sunday Times and TimesLIVE. Jim has several years of experience covering social justice, crime and community stories. You can reach him at jim.mohlala@briefly.co.za

1280 articles published since 31 Dec 2025

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"Open a case": Online shopping fail has Mzansi in stitches as dress swamps SA woman in TikTok post

"Open a case": Online shopping fail has Mzansi in stitches as dress swamps SA woman in TikTok post

People

a month ago

“This is beautiful”: Ndlovu Youth Choir serenades bride in Scotland, leaves Mzansi in awe

“This is beautiful”: Ndlovu Youth Choir serenades bride in Scotland, leaves Mzansi in awe

People

a month ago

“Taking it home”: Mzansi reacts as ZuluBoy earns Kids Influencer of the Year nomination at SASMAs

“Taking it home”: Mzansi reacts as ZuluBoy earns Kids Influencer of the Year nomination at SASMAs

Family and Relationships

a month ago

“I respect their creativity”: Mzansi reacts as Cape Town’s Khoisan people stun American tourist

“I respect their creativity”: Mzansi reacts as Cape Town’s Khoisan people stun American tourist

People

a month ago

"Need to try this": SA-born Chef Laurent Kalala wins best burger in Île-de-France

"Need to try this": SA-born Chef Laurent Kalala wins best burger in Île-de-France

People

a month ago

‘”I'm dead”: SA in stitches as Zim’s “Gnr Mkhwanazi” allegedly arrested after press conference

‘”I'm dead”: SA in stitches as Zim’s “Gnr Mkhwanazi” allegedly arrested after press conference

People

a month ago

“Is it even legal?”: Mzansi reacts as SA gent shares how to cancel phone contracts in TikTok video

“Is it even legal?”: Mzansi reacts as SA gent shares how to cancel phone contracts in TikTok video

People

a month ago

A South African gent shared vital steps for cancelling a cell phone contract, exposing costly month-to-month traps and frustrations faced by many users.

“Congratulations are in order”: SA applauds as Stellies lecturer makes Einstein Fellowship history

“Congratulations are in order”: SA applauds as Stellies lecturer makes Einstein Fellowship history

Women Empowerment

a month ago

A Stellenbosch University lecturer made history as the first South African to earn the Einstein Fellowship, exploring coloured identity and memory in Germany.

“I thought it’s a golf course”: Aerial view of Hartbeespoort Dam leaves SA in disbelief

“I thought it’s a golf course”: Aerial view of Hartbeespoort Dam leaves SA in disbelief

South Africa

a month ago

Aerial footage reveals Hartbeespoort Dam choked by water hyacinth, sparking concern over severe pollution from failing sewage systems and its ecological impact.

“You’re killing it”: Talented singer channels Elton John, mesmerising SA in Instagram video

“You’re killing it”: Talented singer channels Elton John, mesmerising SA in Instagram video

People

a month ago

Kutlwano Yika, the Germiston street musician, captivates Stellenbosch with his remarkable voice, earning viral acclaim for his live performance on 22 August 2026.

South Africans seeking New Zealand residency should know about new salary rules for foreign worker

South Africans seeking New Zealand residency should know about new salary rules for foreign worker

Money

a month ago

New Zealand Immigration's new wage rules from August 24, 2026, simplify work-to-residence visas, easing paths for skilled migrants, especially South Africans.

“This is so unacceptable”: Social media stunned as migrant boat lands on packed Spain beach

“This is so unacceptable”: Social media stunned as migrant boat lands on packed Spain beach

Europe

a month ago

A speedboat carrying migrants stormed a busy beach in Cartagena, Spain, as tourists fled in shock. Mayor calls for tougher maritime border checks after the incident.

SA girls academy racers to make Zwartkoponopolis 500 grid debut

SA girls academy racers to make Zwartkoponopolis 500 grid debut

Women Empowerment

a month ago

Pontsho Malebese and Zelda Verster make their competitive racing debuts at the Zwartkoponopolis 500, joining mentors Fabienne Lanz and Elke van Vledder.

"I have goosebumps": SA university students stun Mzansi with rainbow nation moment in TikTok video

"I have goosebumps": SA university students stun Mzansi with rainbow nation moment in TikTok video

Family and Relationships

a month ago

A spontaneous flash mob at the University of Pretoria captured South Africans' hearts, showcasing unity in song and the spirit of ubuntu, resonating deeply online.

“Missed you guys”: Mzansi reacts as SA’s fave firefighters drop another fire dance TikTok video

“Missed you guys”: Mzansi reacts as SA’s fave firefighters drop another fire dance TikTok video

Family and Relationships

a month ago

Gauteng firefighters return with an energetic dance routine, delighting Mzansi fans. Their playful performances keep viewers entertained and engaged throughout 2026.

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