Rachele

Journalism Honours Graduate 🎓

[Anthony Molyneaux @AJGMolyneaux]

Here’s a better image on the current situation of the fire. (image taken at 07:30 this morning) #CapeTownFires #CapeTown @TimesLIVE

[Gates Foundation @gatesfoundation]

Why is it that in news stories men are up to 6 times more likely than women to appear as the main characters?

[Bhekisisa @Bhekisisa_MG]

Towards #herdimmunity: Where does the 67% target come from and what does it actually mean? We explain. https://t.co/9U9UiKWMQ0

[Stellenbosch Journalism @StelliesJourn]

Congratulations to the Department's own Dr Marenet Jordaan, who is 2020's recipient of the Developing Teacher's Award for teaching excellence.

[SMF News @smf__news]

The @MatiesJournDept of 2020 would like to thank its readers for their continuous #support and #engagement with their stories and posts. 

Please note, the #MatieMedia site will be dormant until the class of #2021 takes over in mid-March.

[SMF News @smf__news]

#Top10Rewind: At the number 1 spot of @rachele_button’s top 10 stories of 2020 is #EnDitVirDrugs produced by the @MatiesJournDept.

“This documentary will leave you feeling bitter-sweet about Hendricks’ story,” said Rachele.

Watch here: https://t.co/Kysrv1uorO

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#Top10Rewind: Claiming the number 2 spot of @rachele_button’s top 10 is a #profile South African actor, Pierre van Pletzen by @CarlThomas1997. 

“I grew up watching #7deLaan every night, so this article is close to my heart,” said Rachele. 

Read here: 

https://t.co/yQg2vg2fSl

[SMF News @smf__news]

#Top10Rewind: At number 4 on @rachele_button’s countdown to the top 10 stories of 2020 is #conservationist @RK_ct written by @Latham_Byron. To read about Koopman’s conservation work and commitment to #sustainability, click on the link below.

Read here:

https://t.co/cV9i9x1A6Y

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#Top10Rewind: At number 5 on @rachele_button's list is a profile on @Hersch_Jantjies by @TylerSetzer3.

“This article is a must-read for both rugby enthusiasts and readers who want to know more about the Kylemore local,” said Rachele.

Read here:

https://t.co/K00hjUpsJ4

[SMF News @smf__news]

#Top10Rewind: If you want to explore some of the best #local wineries this #festive season, then @kesia_abraham’s #travel piece at number 6 of @rachele_button’s top 10 stories of 2020 is a must-read. 

Read here:

https://t.co/3hIRciQshO

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#Top10Rewind: Claiming the number 7 spot is @wee_heidi’s feature article @kykNETtv #Arendsvlei's Hunter Plaatjies. “Although Plaatjies has achieved so much at such a young age, she remains humble and down to earth,” said @rachele_button. 

Read here: 

https://t.co/e9cKXedufa

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#Top10Rewind: Claiming the number 8 spot is @nothnagel_anke’s article about the @MatricsIn initiative. 

“Thanks to a team of distinguished professors from @stellenboschuni, travelling to Antarctica could become a reality,” said Rachele. 

Read here: 
https://t.co/JXYV7upTKF

[SMF News @smf__news]

Amber Moultrie had to overcome a lot to become the goal-driven young woman she is today. @AvescaOctavia speaks with the social media butterfly about her journey of self-development.

Read here:

https://t.co/2ZvhFJMINR

[SMF News @smf__news]

#Top10Rewind: In the 9th position of rachele_button’s top 10 countdown is lezanne_steenkamp’s story on Justice Shamba, who has opened up his own #coffee business amid the #Covid19 pandemic to support his family.

Read here:

https://t.co/AFxVMGsb2A

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#Top10Rewind: Claiming the number 10 spot, is @kirthana_pillay’s feature article on @renaldoschwarp. “I enjoyed this story because it highlight’s Schwarp’s tenacity in asking the difficult questions of society,” said @rachele_button.

Read here:

https://t.co/RibdCfHips

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Student favourite @pulpcinema will return in 2021, but under a new name and management. @sarahrhoek writes for @matiemedia.

Read here:

https://t.co/fUu0wFtl8f

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#DieStorieAgter Pierre van Pletzen: Van Pletzen, beter bekend as ‘Oom Oubaas’, praat oor hoe hy nou voel oor sy 17-jarige @Real7deLaan loopbaan en sy opkomende rol in @kykNETtv se Die Boekklub. @CarlThomas1997 skryf vir @matiemedia.

Lees hier:

https://t.co/yQg2vg2fSl

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#BehindTheStory of Dr Sara Andreotti: The marine biologist and shark conservationist is working towards the implementation of @SharksafeB, an eco-friendly alternative to shark nets. @rachele_button writes for @matiemedia.

Read here:

https://t.co/ONHiEic6E1

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No rules? No riding. A lack of legislation quickly drained a new #Stellenbosch e-scooter sharing service’s batteries. @lemmerjenna writes for @matiemedia.

Read here:

https://t.co/73jFOnhf8q