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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Bad news for Kaizer Chiefs as key star player suffers injury blow ahead of PSL return

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DJ Zinhle reveals who she’d marry next if she divorces Murdah Bongz

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Shebeshxt's baby mama Kholofelo Chuene shares playful clip hours after rapper's bail bid flops

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Kholofelo Chuene shares a playful TikTok video hours after Shebeshxt's bail appeal was denied, receiving praise and support from fans amid personal challenges.

KwaZulu-Natal matriculants lead the way as Class of 2025 learners achieve 88% pass rate

South Africa

6 months ago

KwaZulu-Natal's matriculants have scored a 90.6% pass rate and have become the best performing province, as the Class of 2025 learners produced an 88% pass rate.

Nomzamo Mbatha fumes as friend allegedly fights for her life in ICU following alleged abuse

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Nomzamo Mbatha appeals for justice as her friend, a Durban hairstylist, fights for life in ICU after a GBV incident, sparking public outrage and support.

"The wildest thing": American tourist left stunned by cream soda culture shock in South Africa

People

6 months ago

An American tourist sparked debate after reacting to South Africa’s green cream soda in a viral TikTok video, calling it one of his biggest culture shocks.

President Cyril Ramaphosa was filmed casually visiting a cellphone shop alone, sparking debate online

People

6 months ago

A video showed President Cyril Ramaphosa visiting a cellphone shop alone, sparking concern about safety, leadership and accessibility in South Africa.

Chaos erupts in Gqeberha church as police usher Methodist priest away from the pulpit: Mzansi reacts

South Africa

6 months ago

Chaos erupted at a Gqeberha Methodist service as police ushered a pastor mid-sermon, sparking viral debate over the incident's context and implications.

Siya Kolisi’s rumoured bae Rachel John addresses wig allegations in viral video

People

6 months ago

Rachel John, rumoured to be dating Siya Kolisi, responded to wig speculation in a video while showcasing her foundation’s t-shirts and supporting young talent.

IEB celebrates impressive 98.3% matric pass rate despite minor dip

South Africa

6 months ago

The Independent Examinations Board reports a 98.31% pass rate for the 2025 National Senior Certificate, celebrating the learners and teachers for the achievement.

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"Value goes beyond academics": Why top South African schools charge fees above R350,000

People

6 months ago

Private school fees in South Africa reach record highs by 2026, with Michaelhouse and St Andrew’s School prioritising value for money on several factors.

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