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.

9762 articles published since 27 Feb 2019

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Man in Malawi purchases groceries for less than R100 and amazes South Africa in video

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"Jonasi is coming for you": American woman excited that Sdumo Mtshali reposted her review, SA amused

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"Rest well, nana": Death of Amberfield College learner leaves Mzansi devastated

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TV presenter and former 'The Queen' actor Aaron Moloisi trended on social media on Wednesday, 17 June 2026, when his latest photos were shared on X.

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Gayton McKenzie warns Patriotic Alliance members against joining the March to March protests, saying the state will act amid rising tensions over illegal immigration

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A South African child leaves Mzansi laughing with his hilarious Jonasi impression, showcasing impressive acting skills in a charming Facebook skit with his mother.

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On 'Music Pulse', Nota Baloyi, Sfiso, and Thakgi dissected Netflix's 'The Polygamist'. Nota's views quickly went viral, as many people saw them as disrespectful.

ZuluBoy addresses Hugh Masekela cover backlash, defends song's message of African unity

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ZuluBoy responds to criticism over his Hugh Masekela cover of the song 'Chileshe', defending its message of unity as South Africans debate migration and identity.

Jacinta Ngobese-Zuma reacts to clip of foreign national woman threatening Ngizwe Mchunu

South Africa

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A viral clip featuring Jacinta Ngobese-Zuma captures a foreign woman allegedly threatening Ngizwe Mchunu amid escalating immigration tensions in Durban.

Malawian nationals clash with police in Durban as protest turns violent outside Sherwood Hall

South Africa

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Police officers have fired stun grenades and rubber bullets after a protest by Malawian nationals outside the Sherwood Hall in Durban turned violent.

Peet Viljoen arrested after US deportation: Hawks finally reveal why he was nabbed at OR Tambo

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Hawks clarify Peet Viljoen's arrest at OR Tambo Airport for fraud and theft, revealing court appearance details amid ongoing investigations and speculation.

Man explains dire situation in Malawi: "R100 can't even buy lotion"

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A Malawian in South Africa reveals the low value of the kwacha versus the rand, highlighting challenges in Malawi amidst a government repatriation initiative.

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