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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 (2026-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

999 articles published since 31 Dec 2025

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"This is a trap": Limpopo villagers build own wooden bridge sparking safety concerns

"This is a trap": Limpopo villagers build own wooden bridge sparking safety concerns

South Africa

22 days ago

"Who's chopping onions?": SA in tears as man sings emotional tribute song at his father’s funeral

"Who's chopping onions?": SA in tears as man sings emotional tribute song at his father’s funeral

Family and Relationships

22 days ago

“What level is this?”: SA delivery rider sparks mixed reactions with risky video call

“What level is this?”: SA delivery rider sparks mixed reactions with risky video call

South Africa

22 days ago

“Away kit is cool”: Kaizer Chiefs die-hard fan disappointed by new Kappa kit drop in TikTok video

“Away kit is cool”: Kaizer Chiefs die-hard fan disappointed by new Kappa kit drop in TikTok video

People

22 days ago

"It's really worth it": Mzansi stunned as Instagram video exposes SA's most expensive bank accounts

"It's really worth it": Mzansi stunned as Instagram video exposes SA's most expensive bank accounts

Money

22 days ago

“We stand with you”: SA reacts to Zimbabwean woman calling for 31 July march

“We stand with you”: SA reacts to Zimbabwean woman calling for 31 July march

People

22 days ago

Durban tourism group uncovers reason behind Cave Rock’s disappearance from Bluff

Durban tourism group uncovers reason behind Cave Rock’s disappearance from Bluff

South Africa

22 days ago

Durban group uncovers the forgotten story of Cave Rock, a lost Durban landmark destroyed during WWII, as shared by the Sodurba Tourism Association on Facebook.

"What level of fun is this?": SA questions suspiciously high energy levels at local groove

"What level of fun is this?": SA questions suspiciously high energy levels at local groove

South Africa

22 days ago

South Africans are dancing energetically in a resurfaced clip, with viewers comparing the chaotic scene to a vivid dream as groove culture comes alive.

"This is so sad": SA stunned after man found living inside Joburg electric box in Instagram video

"This is so sad": SA stunned after man found living inside Joburg electric box in Instagram video

South Africa

22 days ago

A man was found living inside a street electric box in Johannesburg, sparking a reaction from South Africans online about the country’s homelessness crisis

“Bro was on drugs”: Social media reacts to fitness influencer’s death after erratic behaviour

“Bro was on drugs”: Social media reacts to fitness influencer’s death after erratic behaviour

People

22 days ago

Fitness YouTuber Connor Murphy has died in Thailand following a mysterious drowning. Erratic behaviour and ongoing investigations raise questions about his passing.

"Forever them": Mzansi obsessed over firefighters' TikTok video dance routine

"Forever them": Mzansi obsessed over firefighters' TikTok video dance routine

People

23 days ago

Four Gauteng firefighters go viral with their dance routine on TikTok, showcasing joy and unity. Fans praise their moves, capturing South Africa's heart once again.

"He’s living my life": Mzansi reacts to SA family celebrating dog’s birthday party in TikTok video

"He’s living my life": Mzansi reacts to SA family celebrating dog’s birthday party in TikTok video

South Africa

23 days ago

A South African family celebrated their dog Bobby's birthday with a viral TikTok party, delighting Mzansi with love and laughter in the comments.

“Proud of you Nana”: Mzansi cheers Kroonstad teen representing SA in Brazil

“Proud of you Nana”: Mzansi cheers Kroonstad teen representing SA in Brazil

People

23 days ago

Mosa Mokalobe, a talented 16-year-old from Kroonstad, represents South Africa in Brazil, championing food security and inspiring future generations through AFS.

“It’s just business”: SA man breaks down true cost of R2 Million home loan in Facebook video

“It’s just business”: SA man breaks down true cost of R2 Million home loan in Facebook video

Industry

23 days ago

South African content creator Johan du Plessis shares the true costs of a R2 million home loan, breaking down repayments and fees in a Facebook video.

“The secrete is out”: UK tourist exposes Cape Town conspiracy in viral Facebook video

“The secrete is out”: UK tourist exposes Cape Town conspiracy in viral Facebook video

People

23 days ago

A United Kingdom tourist joked online that Cape Town locals are hiding a secret about mild winter weather, and South Africans reacted with humour.

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