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

3025 articles published since 02 Dec 2024

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South African business gets a win against SARS after major court ruling

People

3 days ago

"Jerusalema took over the world": Throwback clips show how SA hit united millions

People

3 days ago

Limpopo teen makes SA proud after earning matric distinction without arms

Women Empowerment

3 days ago

SA pensioners have new hope as civic group takes SASSA grant increase proposal to Parliament

People

4 days ago

South Africa faces conservation funding concerns after nearly 200 nations meet at COP17

World

4 days ago

Hillbrow woman arrested after dashcam footage of e-hailing driver robbery goes viral

People

4 days ago

Young writer makes Eastern Cape proud after being shortlisted for literary prize

People

4 days ago

EC writer Siphosethu Zazela has been shortlisted for a prestigious literary prize while finishing his debut collection with guidance from author Sifiso Mzobe.

“How you can save”: Keith Dodgen breaks down the full cost of a 5,000km garden route road trip

Family and Relationships

4 days ago

South African creator Keith Dodgen shared the cost of his 5,000km Garden Route road trip, revealing what three people spent on fuel, food and accommodation.

"May his soul rest": SA concerned after missing Welkom teacher is found dead in a water pan

People

4 days ago

Missing Welkom educator Gert Adams, 55, was found dead in a water pan near Klippan after disappearing in October. Police have since opened an inquest.

Sannieshof farmers praised by SAPS after helping police arrest 3 bank robbery suspects

People

4 days ago

Sannieshof farmers received praise from North West police after their assistance helped officers track down and arrest three men accused of robbing a local bank.

Cape Town gardener turns his bicycle into a mobile station to grow his business

People

4 days ago

SA entrepreneur Michael modified his bicycle into a mobile workstation, finding a great way to transport his tools and build his gardening business without a truck.

SA doctor Dr Siyabonga Khoza visits 50 schools to inspire over 10,000 learners

People

4 days ago

Dr Siyabonga Khoza visited 50 schools across SA in 2026, reaching more than 10,000 learners with a message of hope and inspiration from under-resourced communities.

2 dead, 3 injured in Hanover Park shooting spree linked to Cape Town gang wars

People

4 days ago

2people were killed and 3 injured in suspected gang-related shootings in Hanover Park, Cape Town. SAPS deployed extra officers as detectives investigate the attacks.

South Africans no longer have to tip car guards with cash after Pick n Pay's latest move

Family and Relationships

5 days ago

Pick n Pay has introduced R5, R10 and R20 appreciation vouchers nationwide, allowing cashless shoppers to tip car guards who can redeem them for groceries.

South Africans may have to help fund taxi upgrades as government explores new plan

South Africa

5 days ago

SA's government is exploring using an existing grant to help minibus taxi operators switch to electric vehicles, but concerns over funding and tax compliance remain.

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