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

5743 articles published since 04 May 2022

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South African mom's birthing costs in TikTok video leave others floored

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Julia's Sjava performance on a team bus had her JVW Girls Football teammates in stitches, showcasing unity and shared culture that resonated across South Africa.

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A South African woman shares her inspiring journey from head cashier at Spar to teacher, motivating others in retail to pursue their dreams with undeniable passion.

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An 18-month-old Arizona boy declared dead after drowning shows miraculous recovery, sparking discussions on Lazarus syndrome and community support for his family.

Johannesburg pastor sets record straight on his missile prophecy for South Africa

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Johannesburg preacher Leon du Preez clarifies his figurative prophecy about a missile attack, sparking debate among South Africans about prophetic credibility.

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Wicknell Chivayo sparks outrage by celebrating President Mnangagwa's controversial term extension aboard a private jet, flaunting wealth amid Zimbabwe's crisis.

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St John's College mourns the passing of beloved teacher Mrs Sandy Frewen, whose kindness impacted generations of learners and touched countless families deeply.

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Over 800 snakes escaped during Typhoon Maysak's flooding in Hengzhou village, China, causing alarm and hospitalisations from cobra bites as viewers reacted online.

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A heroic neighbour in Salt Rock saved a 3-year-old boy from drowning, performing CPR before paramedics arrived, highlighting the importance of first aid action.

South African in Zimbabwe for wedding shares experience in TikTok video

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A South African woman shares her journey to a Zimbabwean wedding, trying mopani worms, dancing, and showcasing cultural ties amid social movements.

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