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.

10065 articles published since 27 Feb 2019

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R5 million bride advert sparks outrage as child protection advocates weigh in

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Bushiri and wife’s anniversary tribute leaves church followers sending love and prayers

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Daughter's surprise Audi gift has parents crying happy tears in viral SA moment

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A young South African woman surprised her parents with an Audi A4, leaving both in tears as the emotional dealership moment went viral on TikTok.

Heidi Giokos’ advert that sparked eNCA drama emerges online

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Heidi Giokos' controversial cars.co.za commercial resurfaces amid eNCA dismissal reports, revealing an alleged breach of approval protocols by the broadcaster.

Married to someone overseas? Treasury's proposed tax change could cost you

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South Africa's National Treasury wants to end tax-free asset transfers to non-resident spouses, with the proposed change potentially affecting emigrating couples.

Why is Spain in Africa? Ceuta border crossing leaves viewers asking unexpected questions

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Nearly 3,000 migrants crossed into Spain's Ceuta enclave from Morocco, prompting a military response and sparking debate over the territory's location and migration.

Orlando Pirates fan shows off new 2026/27 jersey as Mzansi reacts to surprise packaging

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An Orlando Pirates fan’s TikTok reveal of the club’s new 2026/27 jersey has excited supporters, with many surprised by the unique packaging it came in.

Sdumo Mtshali Spotted Hitchhiking Despite Recent Mazda Sponsorship, SA Reacts

Celebrities

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Actor Sdumo Mtshali was seen hitchhiking on the roadside, sparking jokes in Mzansi over his missing Mazda sponsorship vehicle after a viral video.

Mysterious sea creatures in Mossel Bay found clinging to driftwood in video

People

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A striking Facebook reel from Mossel Bay reveals driftwood covered in gooseneck barnacles, leaving South Africans amazed by these alien-like sea creatures.

Wild Cat was no match for the sea: Stranded yacht leaves SA wondering what's next

People

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A catamaran washed ashore at Santos Beach in Mossel Bay after breaking free during heavy swells, with South Africans weighing in on what it's fate will be.

MacG's Podcast and Chill Network responds to Julius Malema's criticism with satirical video

Celebrities

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Julius Malema labels Podcast and Chill a tool for political disengagement, sparking a viral satirical response as South Africa weighs in on this heated debate.

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