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

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A video questioned the alleged 0% matric pass rate at a Limpopo school amid South Africa’s 88% results

Education

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DJ Warras murder: Victor Majola's bail application stalls, defence demands access to video evidence

South Africa

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Mama Joy receives special gift from Nigeria ahead of Morocco clash

Football

6 months ago

Krugersdorp teen Rikus Kylander achieves 5 distinctions while missing in Mozambique

South Africa

6 months ago

25-year-olds from overseas retire in South Africa, highlighted the cost-of-living disparities

South Africa

6 months ago

"Poor animals": Aerial views capture Kruger National Park flooding, concerns grow for wildlife

People

6 months ago

iShowSpeed appeared close to fainting while streaming during his Africa tour in Ethiopia

People

6 months ago

A clip of iShowSpeed appearing dizzy during his Africa tour sparked concern, highlighting the physical strain of nonstop travel and daily livestreaming.

DJ Warras murder trial: SAPS reveals Victor Majola's alleged role in broadcaster’s killing

Celebrities

6 months ago

SAPS finally confirms the role played by accused Victor Majola in the murder of popular broadcaster DJ Warras. Majola returns to court for his bail application.

A qualified graduate explained why he walked away from a stable corporate job for delivery work

People

6 months ago

A qualified South African graduate shared why he left a R20,000 corporate job for delivery work, sparking debate about work culture, stress and flexibility.

Reddam House Waterfall matriculant achieves 8 distinctions after a challenging academic journey

Family and Relationships

6 months ago

A Reddam House Waterfall learner achieved eight distinctions despite early matric challenges, showing how resilience, support and growth shaped her success.

Engineering academic shares salary after nearly decade of studying in TikTok video

People

6 months ago

A South African woman shared her nearly 10-year academic journey and salary insights in a viral TikTok, sparking debate on education's value and career success.

Twins shine with 16 distinctions in matric 2025 at Reddam House Umhlanga

People

6 months ago

Twins Rebecca and Daniel Major from Reddam House Umhlanga achieved 16 distinctions in Matric 2025, celebrated for excellence, leadership, and character.

SA reacts as Penny Lebyane lands new foundation role: "She must be investigated"

Celebrities

6 months ago

Penny Lebyane gets appointed as Head of Communication for Collen Mashawana Foundation, sparking mixed reactions on social media amid criticism and concerns.

US Senator slams South Africa for hosting naval drills with America's enemies, citizens divided

6 months ago

US Senator Jim Risch criticised the South Africa government for hosting naval drills with America's adversaries, sparking mixed reactions from citizens online.

Woman exposes massive price gap for same dress at Pick n Pay and Woolworths

People

6 months ago

A South African woman sparked discussion after comparing the same dress at Woolworths and Pick n Pay, highlighting budget shopping and price awareness.

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