Best News & Entertainment '24

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

5863 articles published since 04 May 2022

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Black Coffee, AKA and Cassper Nyovest are top 5 of Mzansi's richest celebs among other wealthy international faves

Black Coffee, AKA and Cassper Nyovest are top 5 of Mzansi's richest celebs among other wealthy international faves

Celebrities

3 years ago

Fans love Seputla Sebogodi's candid interview about experiences as Tswana man in acting industry, "1 of the best actors Mzansi has ever offered"

Fans love Seputla Sebogodi's candid interview about experiences as Tswana man in acting industry, "1 of the best actors Mzansi has ever offered"

Celebrities

3 years ago

Ambitiouz Entertainment admits split from Blaq Diamond was not peaceful, fans in distress as record label clashes with 'Qoma' hitmakers

Ambitiouz Entertainment admits split from Blaq Diamond was not peaceful, fans in distress as record label clashes with 'Qoma' hitmakers

Celebrities

3 years ago

Trevor Noah claims he had no fallout with Kanye West, impresses 'The Daily Show' audience with mature explanation: "Spoken like an adult"

Trevor Noah claims he had no fallout with Kanye West, impresses 'The Daily Show' audience with mature explanation: "Spoken like an adult"

Celebrities

3 years ago

10 pics of Ciara and footballer husband Russell Wilson's couple goals moments and heartwarming parenting adventures

10 pics of Ciara and footballer husband Russell Wilson's couple goals moments and heartwarming parenting adventures

Celebrities

3 years ago

Enhle Mbali Mlotshwa admits challenges of new TV role as woman facing GBV, leaves Mzansi keen to see her on screen

Enhle Mbali Mlotshwa admits challenges of new TV role as woman facing GBV, leaves Mzansi keen to see her on screen

Celebrities

3 years ago

'Gomora' director Thabang Moleya opens up about struggles with booze, inspires Mzansi with story of 10-year sobriety

'Gomora' director Thabang Moleya opens up about struggles with booze, inspires Mzansi with story of 10-year sobriety

Celebrities

3 years ago

Thabang Moleya is officially 10 years sober. He was on 'Mzansi Icons' by Maps Maponyane, and talked about his alcohol abuse and netizens praised his story.

Lasizwe Dambuza threatened by police in Spain, claims he was racially profiled during trip to European country

Lasizwe Dambuza threatened by police in Spain, claims he was racially profiled during trip to European country

Celebrities

3 years ago

Lasizwe Dambuza's trip to Spain took quite a turn when police threatened the YouTuber. Lasizwe says police racially profiled him and said they'd arrested him.

Dumisani Dlamini ignores Doja Cat's birthday, Mzansi reminds him after actor celebrates himself instead of daughter

Dumisani Dlamini ignores Doja Cat's birthday, Mzansi reminds him after actor celebrates himself instead of daughter

Celebrities

3 years ago

Doja Cat turned 27, and her father Dumisani Dlamini did not say anything to her. The actor celebrated turning 59 after ignoring his daughter's special day.

DJ Zinhle's 1st salon Hair Majesty officially open for business in Mall of Africa, fans celebrate, "Such Kardashian energy"

DJ Zinhle's 1st salon Hair Majesty officially open for business in Mall of Africa, fans celebrate, "Such Kardashian energy"

Celebrities

3 years ago

DJ Zinhle's Hair Majesty officially has a physical location, a hair salon in the mall of Africa. Fans were happy about the DJ's latest huge business decision.

Former 'The Queen' actress Brenda Ngxoli welcomes 1st child, overjoyed fans pen heartwarming well-wishes: "Blessed with a crazy mother"

Former 'The Queen' actress Brenda Ngxoli welcomes 1st child, overjoyed fans pen heartwarming well-wishes: "Blessed with a crazy mother"

Celebrities

3 years ago

Brenda Ngxoli gave birth to her baby and posted a picture. The actress could not be happier as she celebrated her child's arrival with followers on Twitter.

A close look at Connie Ferguson's impressive fitness regime at 52 years old despite arthritis and other injuries

A close look at Connie Ferguson's impressive fitness regime at 52 years old despite arthritis and other injuries

Celebrities

3 years ago

Connie Ferguson's impressive workout routine keeps her healthy. The actress showed how she keeps diseases that come with age at bay with an active lifestyle.

DJ Black Coffee's epic return to South Africa as main act for YFM's LYFE music festival, fans lose it: "This is going to be a movie"

DJ Black Coffee's epic return to South Africa as main act for YFM's LYFE music festival, fans lose it: "This is going to be a movie"

Celebrities

3 years ago

DJ Black Coffee is back in Mzansi for LYFE music festival with YFM. Black Coffee will be there, among other major acts such as AKA, Nasty C, DBN Gogo, and more.

Jada Pinkett-Smith admits Will Smith still hangs with ex-wife Sheree Zampino alone, netizens go wild, "Does this couple ever rest?"

Jada Pinkett-Smith admits Will Smith still hangs with ex-wife Sheree Zampino alone, netizens go wild, "Does this couple ever rest?"

Celebrities

3 years ago

Jada Pinkett said Will Smith spends time ex Sheree Zampino. Jada says she enjoys seeing their friendship together, and the two even go on non-romantic trips.

Doja Cat fans celebrate American popstar's birthday with countless epic tributes dedicated to their favourite

Doja Cat fans celebrate American popstar's birthday with countless epic tributes dedicated to their favourite

Celebrities

3 years ago

Doja Cat turned 27 on 21 October and her stand did the most for her. The musician's loyal fans shared video edits and pictures to show her love on her day.

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