Nerissa Naidoo

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

Experience: Human Interest & Crime Updates Journalist, Briefly News (2024–Present); Copy Editor & Fact-Checker, National Today (2023–2025); Content Editor, Entail.ai (2023–2024); Feature Writer, Featherpen.org (2021–2025).

Nerissa Naidoo is a journalist and editor with seven years of publishing experience, specialising in human-interest features, societal developments, and breaking crime updates for Briefly News. Having worked as a copy editor and content accuracy specialist for international publications like National Today and Entail.ai, Nerissa applies rigorous fact-checking and ethical standards to sensitive news stories, including police updates, community affairs, and public safety reporting. Contact: nerissa.naidoo@briefly.co.za

3066 articles published since 02 Dec 2024

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KwaZulu-Natal woman complains about Mzansi having to be the breadwinner for all African countries

People

a year ago

"Safe and serene": Man shows what it's like inside Orania during his commute to morning meetings

People

a year ago

"He was chosen by God": Afrikaner man sends biblical message to General Mkhwanazi

People

a year ago

Port Elizabeth fans give Italy rugby players a hero's welcome before Springbok match

People

a year ago

"Voetsek!": KwaZulu-Natal woman tries to film content but gets attacked by dogs in hilarious video

People

a year ago

"Funny how costs are different": Gent compares petrol prices in SA compared to other countries

People

a year ago

"What a precious moment": Grown Afrikaner man's reunion with domestic worker warms hearts

Family and Relationships

a year ago

A KwaZulu-Natal woman shared the heartwarming moment her adult son Luke reunites with Maureen, the domestic worker who helped raise him from birth.

"Proud to be here": SA coconut lads show off their winter outfits while vibing to Afrikaans music

People

a year ago

A young man from Free State called himself a proud coconut as he danced to Afrikaans music wearing shorts in winter, sparking conversations about cultural identity.

Free State woman wants to share her land to help develop community in historic town, Fouriesburg

People

a year ago

Venilla Naidoo, who owns eight properties in Fouriesburg, is seeking development partners to restore essential services in the Free State border town.

"Thank you for featuring me": SA ladies fall hard for Springbok coach Rassie after a sweet moment

People

a year ago

Cape Town woman shares behind-the-scenes moment with Springboks coach Rassie Erasmus that has South African women gushing over his humble personality and good looks.

"What is it worth?": The banknote design of the BRICS new currency leaves Mzansi disappointed

People

a year ago

A woman shared the first official BRICS banknote design featuring all member countries' flags. Mzansi reacted strongly to seeing SA written in Afrikaans.

"May her business succeed": An old woman trying to make a living touches Mzansi's hearts

Women Empowerment

a year ago

An elderly grandmother's determination to earn money selling homemade food and snacks has touched thousands of South Africans who are praying for her success.

Heroic Johannesburg student gets a guard of honour send-off after his brave organ donation decision

Family and Relationships

a year ago

A Grade 11 student from Kempton Park received an emotional guard of honour at Arwyp Medical Centre as his family made the brave decision to donate his organs.

"It's all love and good vibes": Dad steps up when his daughter freezes on stage during performance

Family and Relationships

a year ago

A loving father joins his daughter's dance performance when she becomes overwhelmed on stage, creating a viral moment that has Mzansi debating parental involvement.

"And they are very expensive": Cyril Ramaphosa raves about a woman's R600,000 handbag in viral video

People

a year ago

President Cyril Ramaphosa goes viral after examining a R600,000 Louis Vuitton handbag and sharing his insights about women's fashion culture in South Africa.

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