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.

9974 articles published since 27 Feb 2019

Author's articles

Is Tim Cook married? A look at the Apple CEO's personal life and sexuality

Celebrity biographies

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Who is Mbekezeli Mbokazi? The Chicago Fire's new South African star

Celebrity biographies

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Mohau Nkota's biography: age, career stats, salary and Al-Ettifaq move

Celebrity biographies

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Mac McClung's net worth explained: Slam Dunk contest, G League success, and endorsements

Celebrity biographies

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The Hodgetwins' parents, wives, and early life in Virginia: facts about Keith and Kevin's background

Celebrity biographies

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The full KōL Izakhaya menu with updated dishes and prices

Services

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Did Rod Stewart die? Why fans are searching for the singer's status

Celebrity biographies

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Did Rod Stewart die? This is a question that most of the star’s fans have been asking following several health scares that resulted in him cancelling some concerts.

Eyewitness describes fatal Vaal minibus taxi accident involving schoolchildren

South Africa

5 months ago

Eyewitness reports reckless overtaking led to a tragic collision between a truck and minibus taxi, resulting in the deaths of 11 pupils in the Vaal area.

Andrea Bocelli blind at 12: how Italy's tenor overcame vision loss to fame

Celebrity biographies

5 months ago

Despite Andrea Bocelli’s blindness, which started partially as a toddler and went complete at 12, his powerful and emotional voice stands out in global arenas.

Vaal accident leaves 12 schoolchildren dead as minibus taxi and truck collide near Vanderbijlpark

South Africa

5 months ago

At least 12 school children were believed dead after a taxi and truck were involved in a head-on collision on the Golden Highway near Vanderbijlpark.

Ekurhuleni mayor allegedly present at DJ Bongani Mfihlo's murder scene in Kempton Park nightclub

South Africa

5 months ago

Ekurhuleni Mayor Nkosindiphile Xhakaza allegedly present at DJ Bongani Mfihlo's nightclub murder scene as two security officers face charges after the shooting.

Matric top achiever shares why she could not go to university in TikTok video

People

5 months ago

A top matric achiever shares her journey on TikTok, highlighting the gap between academic success and real-world opportunities, inspiring future students.

American boy in South Africa shares TikTok video of 1st day of school in Mzansi

Family and Relationships

5 months ago

A young American boy, who adapts to South African school life, shared his experiences on his first day, experiencing cultural contrasts in a viral TikTok video.