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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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Miami professor Nathan Thomas, 18, breaks a 306 year old Guinness World Record

Miami professor Nathan Thomas, 18, breaks a 306 year old Guinness World Record

People

a month ago

‘Don’t throw it away’: Dad’s apartheid name tag sparks SA history debate on Reddit post

‘Don’t throw it away’: Dad’s apartheid name tag sparks SA history debate on Reddit post

People

a month ago

"Locals are spectators": SA reacts to UK buyers splashing R15.9m on holiday home in Cape Town

"Locals are spectators": SA reacts to UK buyers splashing R15.9m on holiday home in Cape Town

South Africa

a month ago

“What happened next?”: SA divided after bank employee assaults client in branch after argument

“What happened next?”: SA divided after bank employee assaults client in branch after argument

People

a month ago

"We're not shocked": SA woman’s reactions to Jacinta x AfriForum partnership sparks heated debate

"We're not shocked": SA woman’s reactions to Jacinta x AfriForum partnership sparks heated debate

People

a month ago

“Blessings to you”: Young hero helps gogo get taxi in viral Instagram video, melting SA hearts

“Blessings to you”: Young hero helps gogo get taxi in viral Instagram video, melting SA hearts

Family and Relationships

a month ago

"They don't learn": SA reacts to resurfaced clip of TMPD cop Peter Nonyane vowing never to be humble

"They don't learn": SA reacts to resurfaced clip of TMPD cop Peter Nonyane vowing never to be humble

People

a month ago

A resurfaced video of Metro Police Sgt. Peter Nonyane declaring he would "never be humble" goes viral as he faces fraud and money laundering charges with his wife.

Minerva High School teacher suspended after Alexandra learners protest sexual harassment allegations

Minerva High School teacher suspended after Alexandra learners protest sexual harassment allegations

Education

a month ago

Learners at Minerva High School protest against a teacher's alleged inappropriate chats, prompting a suspension amid claims of sexual harassment and calls for safety

“This is so cute”: Kids’ tribute to late SA rugby star Luqobo Makwedini melts Mzansi hearts

“This is so cute”: Kids’ tribute to late SA rugby star Luqobo Makwedini melts Mzansi hearts

People

a month ago

Young rugby players honour Luqobo Makwedini in a moving tribute video shared on social media, capturing South Africa's grief and celebration of his legacy.

"Won’t work in 2 weeks": Gauteng e-panic button app tutorial sparks mixed reactions

"Won’t work in 2 weeks": Gauteng e-panic button app tutorial sparks mixed reactions

South Africa

a month ago

Gauteng's free e-Panic Button app aims to enhance emergency response, but scepticism grows after a tutorial exposes persistent doubts about government reliability.

“He’s also human”: SANDF soldier drunk in uniform sparks sympathy across SA

“He’s also human”: SANDF soldier drunk in uniform sparks sympathy across SA

People

a month ago

A video of a SANDF soldier, appearing intoxicated in uniform, sparks sympathy online, as South Africans rally to support him against public scrutiny.

“Thank you, ANC”: 2026 vs 2000 R100 buying power comparison leaves SA concerned

“Thank you, ANC”: 2026 vs 2000 R100 buying power comparison leaves SA concerned

Economy

a month ago

A report reveals R100 in 2000 is now worth R385 in 2026, with food prices soaring over 500%, driven by fuel costs and inflation impacting South African households.

"She's brave": Social media stunned as woman jumps from burning building into firefighter's arms

"She's brave": Social media stunned as woman jumps from burning building into firefighter's arms

Europe

a month ago

A woman jumped from an 11th-floor window into a firefighter's arms as flames engulfed her Berlin apartment building, showcasing remarkable bravery amid chaos.

"One star beat them all": Mzansi reacts as Europeans recognise Tyla over Nigeria’s biggest musicians

"One star beat them all": Mzansi reacts as Europeans recognise Tyla over Nigeria’s biggest musicians

People

a month ago

A Europe street interview reveals Tyla's surprise recognition over Nigerian stars like Burna Boy and Davido, igniting pride and debate among South Africans online.

"Doesn't add up": Podcaster spills tea about Limpopo Boy’s leaked video, sparking mixed reactions

"Doesn't add up": Podcaster spills tea about Limpopo Boy’s leaked video, sparking mixed reactions

People

a month ago

Podcast guest claims Limpopo Boy's leaked video scandal stems from a management dispute, alleging an inside job. Widespread debate on privacy and consent ensues.

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