Nerissa Naidoo

Education: Diploma in Mechanical Draughting, Damelin (2019-2021), TEFL and TESOL certificate, TEFL Universal (2023)

Experience: Journalist, Briefly News (2024-present) Writer & Editor, Entail.ai (2023-24) Ghostwriter, TUW Dibbly (2021-24) Writer, Featherpen.org (2021-25) Copy Editor, National Today (2023-25) Social Media Manager, Naleli Home Decor (2019-22)

Nerissa Naidoo is a writer and editor with seven years of experience. Currently, she is a human interest writer at Briefly News and joined the publication in 2024. She began her career contributing to Morning Lazziness and later joined Featherpen.org. As a TUW ghostwriter, she focused on non-fiction, while her editorial roles at National Today and Entail.ai honed her skills in content accuracy and expert-driven editing. You can reach her at nerissa.naidoo@briefly.co.za

2139 articles published since 02 Dec 2024

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“Your Tswana dance moves must be perfect”: French groom participates in traditional Tswana wedding

Family and Relationships

a year ago

“Will he still like me?”: Woman shows before and after results of bleaching cream, SA concerned

Family and Relationships

a year ago

“Mufasa vs forest cobra”: Lion attacking snake doesn’t end well in scary encounter

People

a year ago

“Is This the New Fashion?”: Woman Forgets the Dress Code, Wears a Towel to a Tavern, SA Unimpressed

People

a year ago

“I wish I’ll have her energy”: SA captured by Afrikaner grandma’s infectious Amapiano vibes

Family and Relationships

a year ago

“Never gave up”: Woman finally graduates after 10-year academic journey

Women Empowerment

a year ago

“Five reasons to beam with pride”: The world showcases South Africa’s remarkable achievements

South Africa

a year ago

South Africa captured global attention for all the right reasons, from being named the friendliest country in the world to making scientific breakthroughs.

“This is not products, it’s stress”: Woman shows physical changes from 10-year sales job

People

a year ago

A woman revealed severe balding and hair loss after a decade in sales, pointing to workplace stress as the culprit while rejecting traditional employment.

“Modern interior, corrugated exterior”: SA buzzing about woman’s stylish shack

People

a year ago

One lady transforms simple shack into stylish modern home complete with smart TV, queen bed, and functioning bathroom, showing creativity despite housing challenges.

“I will be beautiful when I’m pregnant”: Woman shows how looks changed during 9 months

Family and Relationships

a year ago

One local woman shared honest before-and-after footage comparing her glamorous pre-pregnancy appearance with her more natural look while expecting.

“He hasn’t gained anything yet”: Nigerian man refuses divorce until he gets SA citizenship

Family and Relationships

a year ago

An SA female doctor reveals how her Nigerian husband refuses to grant her a divorce until he secures citizenship, claiming he hasn't gained anything from her yet.

“Worth 7 years of school”: Intern doctors’ monthly pay revealed in South Africa

People

a year ago

TikTokker reveals government intern doctors earn over R71,000 monthly before deductions, including allowances for rural work and overtime, sparking mixed reactions.

“You can hear the ancestors”: SA moved by high school learner’s performance

People

a year ago

High school choir from Siphamandla Arts Group touches hearts nationwide with their flawless rendition of Thandiswa Mazwai's "Thongo Lam," showcasing cultural pride.

“African DNA at work”: Baby tackles bull like it’s a friend during traditional test

Family and Relationships

a year ago

A viral video shows a newborn baby fearlessly interacting with a cow during what many recognize as a traditional paternity test practiced in some SA cultures.

“They call this a chemist, ooh I am scared!”: US guy laughing at South African words goes viral

People

a year ago

A US gent living in SA went viral after sharing a video comparing American and South African English terms, laughing at words like takkies, nappy, and chemist.

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