Rutendo Masasi

Education: English (BA and Law, BA (Hons), Rhodes University, (2014-2017), Google News Initiative training (2024), Thomson Reuters Foundation Newsroom AI Adoption Programme (2025)

Experience: Briefly News (2022-present)

Awards: Top story of the year 2023 by Briefly News

Rue Masasi is a Human Interest and Entertainment writer at Briefly News who graduated with a BA (Hons) in English from Rhodes University in 2018. Rue also has 4 years of experience in journalism and over four years of experience as an online ESL teacher. She has also passed a set of training courses by Google News Initiative. You can reach her via email: rutendo.masasi@briefly.co.za

5713 articles published since 04 May 2022

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A South African woman's viral standoff with an e-hailing driver over an extra fare charge sparks heated debate on pricing transparency and passenger safety.

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A TikTok video of a cat among product shelves in an East London supermarket sparked fierce debate on hygiene and food safety, igniting reactions from South Africans.

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A TikTok post reveals shocking price changes for Cadbury Chomp bars in South Africa, sparking debate on rising food and living costs over the last decade.

South African woman wonders if Tyler Perry used her sequel idea for 'Why Did I Get Married Too' sequel

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A South African woman, Tshegofatso, claims her sequel idea for Tyler Perry's film went viral sparking debate among South Africans. Original or coincidence?

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Metro police arrest an undocumented foreign national driving with a fraudulent licence crafted from a loyalty points cards, leaving viewers stunned on TikTok.

Video: South african CEO leaves staff speechless with luxury gift surprise

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A South African CEO wowed her team with Coach bags and Carroll Boyes gifts, sparking online admiration after a TikTok video captured the heartfelt moment.

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Alessandra Papanicolaou's viral TikTok reveals a shocking salary for a job offer in South Africa, igniting outrage over inadequate wages and living costs.

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A TikToker's viral comparison of the Eastern Cape to Zimbabwe ignites heated debate among South Africans over education and economic development disparities.

Centurion Secondary School posts video tribute after learner passes away

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Centurion Secondary School mourns the passing of learner Ziyanda Ngobese, remembered for her vibrant spirit and joy, as the community shares heartfelt condolences.

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