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.

10617 articles published since 27 Feb 2019

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Inno Morolong confirms Andile Mpisane and crew attacked her at a club, opens case

Celebrities

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EFF president Julius Malema compared to Kanye West after UK bans him from entry

Politics

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City Makoti reveals how much she paid for her new teeth, fans react: "It's not expensive"

Celebrities

5 months ago

"Jet is my girl": R1k Woolworths coat found at Jet for half the price with same fabric, SA stunned

People

5 months ago

Orania residents rally against proposal to repeal right to self-determination

South Africa

5 months ago

"It's very traumatic": Snake handler shares update on 9-year-old puff adder bite survivor

People

5 months ago

Musa Mseleku called out for shady and distasteful post about his 3 kids, Abongwe, Sne and Mpilo

Celebrities

5 months ago

Polygamist and reality TV star Musa Mseleku dedicated a post to his three daughters, Abongwe Mseleku, Mpiloenhle Mseleku, and his firstborn, Sne Mseleku.

David Warner charged after alleged drunk-driving incident sparks controversy

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5 months ago

David Warner, Australia cricket legend, arrested for drunk driving in Sydney with a BAC of 0.104. He faces court on 7 May, adding to his controversial career.

"They sound so good": St Stithians College girls enter 5FM's War Cry Championship, SA impressed

People

5 months ago

St Stithians College girls went viral on TikTok after a high-energy war cry performance featuring colourful jumpsuits and their Head of School on electric guitar.

England legend comes out of retirement as Courtney Lawes eyes stunning comeback

Rugby

5 months ago

Former rugby captain Courtney Lawes comes out of retirement to join Sale Sharks, aiming for a final shot at the Premiership and potential return to England's squad.

Singer Naledi Aphiwe reflects on her performance in Zimbabwe

Celebrities

5 months ago

Award-winning South African musician and songwriter Naledi Aphiwe has opened up about her performance in Harare, Zimbabwe, on Saturday, 4 April 2026.

Sergeant Fannie Nkosi refuses to eat since arrest over fears for his life, remains behind bars

South Africa

5 months ago

The Pretoria North Magistrate’s Court has heard how Sergeant Fannie Nkosi refused to eat since his arrest, as he doesn't trust where the food is coming from.

EFF’s Sinawo Thambo clashes with podcaster Sizwe Mpofu-Walsh over SMWX boycott

South Africa

5 months ago

Tensions rise as EFF’s Sinawo Thambo defends the party's boycott of Sizwe Mpofu-Walsh's podcast, sparking heated debates online about media and race.

Former EFF MP Mbuyiseni Ndlozi posts message about Nkululeko Dunga

South Africa

5 months ago

Former EFF MP Dr. Mbuyiseni Ndlozi praises Nkululeko Dunga's appointment as Gauteng Finance MEC, amid varied reactions from South Africans and political parties.

Nigerian man apologised after viral RDP housing claims sparked outrage in South Africa

Family and Relationships

5 months ago

A Nigerian man apologised after claiming ownership of RDP houses in South Africa, saying the comments were made for attention and not meant seriously.

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