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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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“She’ll be okay": Makhi Thee Swappa Queen breaks down in tears over loss of Facebook account

“She’ll be okay": Makhi Thee Swappa Queen breaks down in tears over loss of Facebook account

People

2 months ago

Gqeberha temporary accommodation host loses everything after guests rob her unit clean overnight

Gqeberha temporary accommodation host loses everything after guests rob her unit clean overnight

People

2 months ago

Gqeberha temporary accommodation hostess slams police after ransacked property case gets thrown out

Gqeberha temporary accommodation hostess slams police after ransacked property case gets thrown out

People

2 months ago

“You're so beautiful": TikTok video of Tyla lookalike leaves social media completely stunned

“You're so beautiful": TikTok video of Tyla lookalike leaves social media completely stunned

People

2 months ago

"This is not normal weather": Plettenberg Bay woman shows TikTok video of storm damage at her home

"This is not normal weather": Plettenberg Bay woman shows TikTok video of storm damage at her home

People

2 months ago

“I can live there": SA working in the US shows what freedom really looks like in X video

“I can live there": SA working in the US shows what freedom really looks like in X video

People

2 months ago

"It is normal": SA stunned by Victoria Bay Beach turning foamy as storms batter the Garden Route

"It is normal": SA stunned by Victoria Bay Beach turning foamy as storms batter the Garden Route

South Africa

2 months ago

Violent seas at Victoria Bay leave the beach covered in foam as the Garden Route faces severe weather warnings. Officials advise staying away from the area.

“Living my dream": Woman’s TikTok video of solo DIY landscaping at her village home impresses Mzansi

“Living my dream": Woman’s TikTok video of solo DIY landscaping at her village home impresses Mzansi

Women Empowerment

2 months ago

A Western Cape woman impresses Mzansi by transforming her yard solo into a lush microfarm, showcasing her dedication and inspiring many through her TikTok journey.

“South Africans, forgive me”: Nigerian TikToker issues apology after daring video goes viral

“South Africans, forgive me”: Nigerian TikToker issues apology after daring video goes viral

People

2 months ago

A Nigerian man based in Cape Town has apologised after a provocative video in which he dared Mzansi to find him at his workplace went viral on social media

“That’s not cheerleading”: SA high school war cry leaves international TikTok viewers floored

“That’s not cheerleading”: SA high school war cry leaves international TikTok viewers floored

People

2 months ago

South African boys' school war cry video stuns international viewers, sparking debate. Discover the pride behind this rich tradition and its cultural significance.

"It's a lie": SA police constable’s R31 000 salary TikTok video leaves Mzansi in disbelief

"It's a lie": SA police constable’s R31 000 salary TikTok video leaves Mzansi in disbelief

People

2 months ago

A SAPS constable's payslip sparks debate after @liferesetwithboni reveals a shocking R31,000 salary, leaving South Africans questioning the truth behind police pay.

"Did you view it first?": SA woman’s cockroach-infested apartment stuns Mzansi in TikTok Video

"Did you view it first?": SA woman’s cockroach-infested apartment stuns Mzansi in TikTok Video

People

2 months ago

South African TikToker Life with Mbali shared her shocking new Pretoria apartment filled with cockroaches, showcasing her journey from filth to fresh start.

World's only surviving nonuplets turn 5 in Mali and are heading to school

World's only surviving nonuplets turn 5 in Mali and are heading to school

Africa

2 months ago

The Cissé family's nonuplets from Mali celebrate their fifth birthday, showcasing their vibrant personalities and health as they prepare for school.

Reddam House Durbanville wins four top in the world Cambridge Awards in record 2025 results

Reddam House Durbanville wins four top in the world Cambridge Awards in record 2025 results

Education

2 months ago

Reddam House Durbanville rewrites history with four Top in the World Cambridge awards, showcasing exceptional student achievement across multiple subjects in 2025.

“What do you do?": Content creator's TikTok video showing his R57K monthly luxury budget divides SA

“What do you do?": Content creator's TikTok video showing his R57K monthly luxury budget divides SA

People

2 months ago

Content creator @timo.hagen shares his R57,500 monthly living costs in Cape Town, igniting a debate on the soft life and the city's affordability.

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