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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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"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

2 months 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

2 months 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

2 months ago

"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

2 months ago

"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

2 months ago

“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

2 months ago

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

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

People

2 months 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

2 months 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

2 months 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

2 months 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

2 months 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.

“Maybe they went America”: Mzansi reacts after hundreds of Orania homes appear for sale

“Maybe they went America”: Mzansi reacts after hundreds of Orania homes appear for sale

South Africa

2 months ago

South Africans debated why hundreds of Orania properties are listed for sale after a Twitter post questioned the town’s housing market and future.

"Let him try Kaizer Chiefs": Mzansi reacts to SA boy in tears over Ronaldo's World Cup exit

"Let him try Kaizer Chiefs": Mzansi reacts to SA boy in tears over Ronaldo's World Cup exit

People

2 months ago

A South African boy sobs as Ronaldo’s Portugal exits the 2026 World Cup. His sister’s TikTok video captures the heartbreak, sparking laughter across Mzansi.

“Sending you love”: Nara Smith shares update on daughter’s cancer journey in new video

“Sending you love”: Nara Smith shares update on daughter’s cancer journey in new video

Family and Relationships

2 months ago

Nara Smith shares an emotional update on her daughter's cancer journey, detailing the challenges of hair loss during treatment and support from followers.

“It is very clean”: Mzansi reacts as Joburg Park Station looks unusually quiet in Instagram video

“It is very clean”: Mzansi reacts as Joburg Park Station looks unusually quiet in Instagram video

South Africa

2 months ago

A South African travel creator's viral video shows Johannesburg Park Station nearly empty, sparking discussions on cleanliness and change in this bustling hub.

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