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

5830 articles published since 04 May 2022

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SA housekeeper shows Mzansi 3 ways to get rid of ants, TikTok video of organic insect repellent impresses peeps

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TikTok video of woman ranting about domestic workers goes viral, Mzansi slams controversial take on helpers: "Heartless"

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3 years ago

Girlfriend relaxes boyfriend's 4c hair in TikTok video, his final hairstyle has Mzansi in stitches

People

3 years ago

Liqui Fruit customer gags in TikTok video of spoiled carton, Mzansi speculates about spoiled juice

People

3 years ago

Doctor with BMW gives co-worker a lift in TikTok video, SA amused as kind act leads to a live chicken surprise

People

3 years ago

Woman's 3-year-old sister pays R2 for big sister's pampering, TikTok video has Mzansi laughing

People

3 years ago

Woman makes TikTok video of favourite laundry hack by SA housekeeper, Mzansi loves cleaning tip

People

3 years ago

One TikTok video shows a woman doing a mind-blowing laundry hack by Mbali Nhlapo. The lady said she has been doing it and loves the results and Mzansi agreed.

Woolworths now sells amagwinya and dombolo, South African premade classics leave Mzansi divided

People

3 years ago

A TikTok video shows Woolworths stocks pre-made amagwiyna and dombolo. Mzansi peeps were fascinated after seeing the products and the impressive price point.

South African teacher's TikTok video of outfit of the day grabs internet's attention, SA gushes over beauty

People

3 years ago

A TikTok video shows one teacher's 'Outfit of the Day'. Mzansi peeps were in awe of the lady, and many complimented the stunner for looking amazing at work.

Woman adds cornflakes to polony and cheese sandwich, TikTok video of mom's twist on recipe goes viral

People

3 years ago

A TikTok video shows a woman's unique cornflake-infused polony and cheese sandwich. Mzansi was amazed by the mother's inventive twist on a classic favourite.

IsiZulu mastered by man from Asia, speaker's fluency in TikTok video amazes Mzansi netizens

People

3 years ago

A TikTok video shows a man from Asia's incredible isiZulu fluency. Mzansi peeps were impressed as the guy showcased his mastery of SA's most spoken language.

TikTok video shows woman's love life go from DMs to 'I do', engagement ring leaves Mzansi delighted

People

3 years ago

One TikTok video shows a woman going from the DMs to a bride. Mzansi peeps were touched, and the viral clip showed a heartwarming tale about finding true love.

Joburg pupils make up amapiano routine on stage, TikTok video of 2 girls dancing has crowd and Mzansi amazed

People

3 years ago

A TikTok video shows young dancers doing a viral amapiano performance. Mzansi peeps were entertained and amazed by their talent as they made up their moves.

TikTok video shows toddler chilling with thread in nose, heroic mom takes care of hazard and kid has SA amused

Family and Relationships

3 years ago

A TikTok video shows a mom finding a surprise in her toddler's nose. Mzansi peeps were amazing after seeing how quickly the mom acted after seeing the hazard.

TikTok video of how 24-year-old made R1m, shares details of skincare business’ success from R1000: “Well done”

Women Empowerment

3 years ago

A TikTok video shows a young entrepreneur who became a millionaire in her early 20s. Mzansi online users were motivated after hearing details of how she did it.

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