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

5723 articles published since 04 May 2022

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Dashcam video of officers' clash with driver divides Mzansi online

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Kruger National Park tourists called out for reckless behaviour sparks outrage (video)

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South Africans call out Congolese man claiming Cape Town is DRC

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Video: South African woman backs Chidimma Adetshina’s legal battle

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Grade 7 learner goes under cardiac arrest during cricket practice

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Puff adder bite in Hartenbos sparks debate as experts share snake bite guide

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Daughter on R5 million mission to save father's Eastern Cape farm after growing herd of 600 from 1 cow

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Nolusindiso Hleko has launched a R5 million crowdfunding campaign to save Mooivlei farm for her father, Simosakhe, after decades of struggle and rejection.

South African man confronting foreign shop owner in TikTok video divides Mzansi

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A controversial TikTok video shows a man confronting a foreign shop owner in South Africa, sparking a heated debate on bullying versus legitimate concerns.

Woman returns to find her family home demolished where it once stood

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Atlanta woman Sarah Hodgson returned from holiday to find her family home demolished by mistake, as a neighbour's warning went unheard. A tragic error unfolds.

SA man gifts neighbours Hisense 4k TV in gratitude for their kindness

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MrRAF, a South African TikToker, gifts his neighbours a Hisense 4K TV, celebrating years of kindness. A heartwarming tribute to ubuntu and community love unfolds.

Principal with Master's Degree submits payslip to SA creator, South Africa floored

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MrRAF, a South African TikToker, gifts his neighbours a Hisense 4K TV, celebrating years of kindness. A heartwarming tribute to ubuntu and community love unfolds.

White South Africans sing in indigenous language and leave SA divided

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a month ago

A TikTok video shows white South Africans singing confidently in an indigenous language, sparking divided reactions on unity and curiosity across the nation.

South African woman visiting Zimbabwe stands for Mzansi anthem but hears Sister Bettina instead

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a month ago

A South African woman stood for her national anthem at a Zimbabwean event but heard Sister Bettina instead, sparking laughs and tears across both nations.

Video: 2-Headed snake in video tries to coil with itself

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The Reptile Zoo's TikTok showcases a rare two-headed ball python, captivating viewers with its antics and raising curiosity about bicephaly in snakes.

Driver loses himself in Justin Bieber's 'Baby' before phone rings

People

a month ago

A South African taxi driver goes viral singing Justin Bieber's *Baby*, but a phone call interrupts the vibe, sparking joy and laughter among viewers online.

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