Kelly Lippke

Education: Bachelor of Arts, Communication Science (major in Psychology), UNISA (2007), Additional major in Linguistics, UNISA (2008), Certificate in Community Journalism, UNISA (2014), Google News Initiative training (2024)

Experience: Subeditor, Caxton, Northern Natal Courier (2012-2014), Highway Mail/Northglen News/Queensburgh News (2015-2018), Briefly News (2018-present)

Kelly Lippke is a copy editor/proofreader who started her career at the Northern-Natal Courier with a BA in Communication Science/Psychology (Unisa, 2007). Kelly has worked for several Caxton publications, including the Highway Mail and Northglen News. Kelly’s unique editing perspective stems from an additional major in Linguistics. Kelly joined Briefly News in 2018 and she has 17 years of experience. Kelly has also passed a set of trainings by Google News Initiative. You can reach her at kelly.lippke@briefly.co.za.

10544 articles published since 27 Feb 2019

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"What a family": Logan family celebrates newborn's first Heritage Day with beautiful photoshoot

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Andre Esterhuizen addresses past as he responds to Anele Mdoda’s rugby ban call

Rugby

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'Izingane Zes'thembu' fans slam Biyela family over videos mocking Tirelo Kale

Celebrities

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Joburg 10K cellphone theft claims challenged as organisers confirm 2 cases

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Hoërskool Stoffberg heartbroken after Francois Marais dies before matric journey ends

People

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“I’ve forgiven myself”: Inno Matijane reacts to resurfaced old fashion photo

Celebrities

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Duduzile Zuma-Sambudla reacts as Western Cape High Court orders MK Party to reinstate 2 expelled MPs

Politics

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MK Party ordered to reinstate expelled MPs Pumlani Kubukeli and Dr Khanyisile Litchfield-Tshabalala as Duduzile Zuma-Sambudla celebrates court victory online.

"Cutting onions": Boy’s birthday wish comes true as dad returns from overseas for surprise reunion

People

2 days ago

Pretoria schoolboy Logan Jansen gets an emotional birthday surprise when his dad returns from abroad, creating a tearful reunion at Laerskool Stephanus Roos.

Springbok legend Jean de Villiers stunned by Rassie Erasmus’ surprise omission for Wallabies Test

Rugby

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Jean de Villiers questions Rassie Erasmus’ surprise omission of Cameron Hanekom from the Springboks’ Perth Test squad, while Schalk Burger backs their huge bench.

"So iconic": Grade 12 learner makes unique matric dance statement in Xhosa traditional regalia

People

2 days ago

Cape Town matriculant @staceythumamina made a memorable matric dance entrance in Xhosa traditional regalia, cheered by neighbours and praised on TikTok.

SA green ID book deadline revealed as millions are urged to get Smart IDs

People

2 days ago

Home Affairs has confirmed that South Africa’s old green ID books will be phased out within two years, with millions of holders urged to make the switch.

Fikile Mbalula shielded from ANC step-aside rule by senior leaders, South Africans debate decision

South Africa

3 days ago

Fikile Mbalula will reportedly be shielded from the step-aside rule, despite facing criminal charges, sparking a debate among South Africans online.

Anele Mdoda says she has never dated a man richer than her in new podcast clip

Celebrities

3 days ago

Anele Mdoda said she has never dated a man who earned more than her, revealing she has been financially independent since she started working at 16.

“This is so original”: SA matric farewell shoot takes a wild turn with girl lifted by TLB

People

3 days ago

A South African matric farewell photoshoot has captured attention after a young woman posed in a stunning gown as part of an unusual concept a TLB machine.

ANC MP Khusela Sangoni under fire over criticism of General Fannie Masemola

South Africa

3 days ago

ANC MP Khusela Sangoni faces backlash after criticising Fannie Masemola, as the Activists and Citizens Forum accuses her of shifting blame and protecting Mchunu.

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