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

3076 articles published since 02 Dec 2024

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"Is this your house?": SA can’t believe "rich kid’s" stunning home tour

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"Is this really for me?": Mzansi man's reaction to early Valentine's gift melts hearts

Family and Relationships

a year ago

"Our parents are our biggest supporters": Siblings share secret to bagging 19 distinctions

Family and Relationships

a year ago

"Keeping his home beautiful": Petrol attendant shows his impressive after-work self-care routine

People

a year ago

"The ghost in Gogo’s house": South Africans share unbelievable supernatural encounters

Family and Relationships

a year ago

"Dance your way out": Teacher shows how she makes learning fun with end-of-class dance party

Family and Relationships

a year ago

"Beast mode activated": Springbok captain Siya Kolisi shows off intense workout routine

People

a year ago

Watch Springbok captain Siya Kolisi's intense workout routine featuring surprise guest Roger Federer, showing the dedication behind his world-class performance.

"Small weddings are all you need": couple shares beautiful backyard wedding celebration

Family and Relationships

a year ago

Watch how this young couple's simple backyard wedding celebration proves that true love needs no extravagance, complete with a heartwarming surprise announcement.

"500 grams a day is too little": domestic worker shows off her unique "promotion" at work

People

a year ago

A domestic worker shares her amusing promotion story after employers upgraded her daily pap allowance from 500g to 10kg, leaving social media in stitches.

"Politics can't divide us": Strangers unite to help nervous hun at water slide

Family and Relationships

a year ago

Heartwarming video of South Africans uniting to support nervous water slide first-timer goes viral, showcasing natural bonds beyond political divisions.

"Small girl, big God": Woman’s orange Audi Q3 birthday gift to herself inspires SA

People

a year ago

One woman's self-gifted orange Audi Q3 birthday present goes viral on TikTok, inspiring South African women to pursue their dreams of car ownership.

"Imali yenyoka": Man tips each hotel staff member R14K at luxury Camps Bay mansion

People

a year ago

Guest at luxury Camps Bay villa goes viral after tipping each staff member R14,000, sparking discussions about generosity and workplace appreciation.

"You have to hide the scones": Woman's house thanksgiving after renovation has SA in stitches

Family and Relationships

a year ago

Award-winning content creator Grace Mondlana's house Thanksgiving celebration goes viral for its authentic display of culture, tradition, and touching family moments

"Even the neighbours came out": Woman’s first drive home in new Suzuki sparks street celebration

Family and Relationships

a year ago

Woman's first drive home in new Suzuki Baleno turns into street celebration as family and neighbours welcome her with dance and hugs, capturing hearts on TikTok.

"Thank you Jesus": 21-year-old woman gets surprised with new Kia Sonet at dealership

Family and Relationships

a year ago

Young woman's reaction to receiving a new Kia Sonet as a 21st birthday surprise goes viral, sparking conversations about parental sacrifices and modern celebrations.

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