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

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KZN officer sparks debate after refusing bribe and confronting motorist in TikTok video

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Woman lays bricks to build own salon in TikTok video, South Africa divided

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Rare phenomenon creates mysterious ghost figure over the sky in TikTok video

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UK man compares SA fish 'n chips to British version in bold visit

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A UK food creator boldly claims South African seafood beats British fish and chips at Ocean Basket, sparking lively reactions from South Africans and expats alike.

Video of Strandfontein High School mourning late learner in heartwrenching tribute moves SA

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Strandfontein High School honours Liyanda Ciko with a moving memorial assembly, featuring a student’s emotional song that resonated, captivating thousands online.

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A Durban man's viral tree shack sparks relatable reactions online, showcasing a unique retreat for peace and privacy, despite family warnings about safety.

South Africans praise manager’s response in viral chicken in TikTok video

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A South African man's video confronts petrol station staff over rotten chicken, but it's the manager's classy response that steals the show, winning hearts online.

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Jim Fouché Primary School mourns the passing of Conrad van der Merwe on 6 August 2026, with heartfelt condolences from the community amid grief and support.

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Ukraine grants eVisa access to South Africa, Mauritius, and Seychelles, stirring mixed reactions among Africans and leaving others questioning their exclusion.

97-Year-old breaks own wing walk Guiness World Record in video

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At 97, Betty defies age by completing her sixth wing walk, breaking her own Guinness World Record while raising money for charity in an awe-inspiring flight.

"Please don't stop": 75-year-old gogo quits ARVs, video leaves SA worried

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A 75-year-old South African gogo went viral for claiming she stopped her ARVs, attributing her health to faith, igniting debate and concern online.

American in South Africa pays over R2k for braids in South Africa

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An American woman faces backlash after revealing a South African salon charged her R2,300 for braids, sparking outrage about local pricing and fairness.

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