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 (current)

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 16 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.

8459 articles published since 27 Feb 2019

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"Hope you get justice": Aggressive taxi driver smashes man's car window in road rage, SA angered

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Makro's Click and Collect service ideal for festive season rush saves customers more than just money

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Temu tools help Cape Town teacher support children with special needs

People

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Who is Jacques from Love Island, and where is he today?

Celebrity biographies

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Lasizwe checks himself into a wellness retreat, SA reacts to video

Celebrities

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DJ Warras commented on his death in November 2025: "I hope you've been entertained"

Celebrities

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Mzansi Magic pays tribute to DJ Warras: "Thank you for the laughter"

Celebrities

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Mzansi Magic is mourning the passing of radio and TV personality Warrick Stock, known by his fans as DJ Warras, who died on 16 December 2025 at the age of 40.

'Skeem Saam' fans react to a video of Clement Maosa's dancing: "He's fighting for his life"

Celebrities

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Musician and popular actor Clement Maosa, who plays the role of Kwaito Seakamela on 'Skeem Saam', received mixed reviews this week for his dance moves.

DJ Warras tried to protect himself in Joburg, SA reacts to gun post: "They tried to prove a point"

Celebrities

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Businessman DJ Warras, real name Warrick Stock, who was killed on 16 December 2025, reportedly shared on social media how he would protect himself when in danger.

SA reacts to DJ Warra's last post on X about weapons and thieves: "The irony of his last post"

Celebrities

5 days ago

Media personality DJ Warras, who was murdered in Johannesburg on Tuesday, 16 December 2025, posted about weapons and thieves before his sudden death.

Junior King's family gives an update on the passenger who was hospitalised after car crash

Celebrities

6 days ago

The family of Junior King recently gave an update on the passenger, who was hospitalised from the car accident, which claimed the life of their son.

'Scandal!' December Spoiler: Botsotso's mother, Mamsie, abandons him again

TV Shows

6 days ago

Legendary actress Sonia Mbele, who recently joined eTV's soapie 'Scandal!' as Botsotso's (Wright Ngubeni) mother, Mamsie, will take a break from the show.

Springboks star Jean Kleyn and wife share heartbreaking twin pregnancy update

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6 days ago

Springboks' Jean Kleyn and wife Aisling share their heartbreaking loss of one twin while navigating pregnancy after IVF, reflecting on grief and hope.

Rugby legend killed in tragic beach mass shooting which resulted in 16 deaths

Rugby

6 days ago

Rugby legend Peter Meagher was tragically killed in a mass shooting at Bondi Beach on Sunday, sending shockwaves through the sporting world and beyond.

'Skeem Saam' fans praise Mapitsi for defending herself against Meikie: "Made me proud"

TV Shows

6 days ago

Fan-favourite 'Skeem Saam' character Mapitsi Maputla has been trending on social media since she clashed with her mother-in-law, Meikie Maputla, on the show.

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