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.

9399 articles published since 27 Feb 2019

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South Africans are not surprised that the vehicle Brown Mogotsi was driving when he survived an alleged shooting in Vosloorus was deemed to be unroadworthy.

A calculative woman raced through a trolley dash and went straight for bulk rice and chicken, amusing Mzansi

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A woman’s quick-thinking trolley dash for rice and chicken has Mzansi laughing, highlighting the importance of grocery essentials in a fun, relatable way.

AKA's dad hails General Mkhwanazi's strategy in breakthrough murder suspects

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Tony Forbes, father of AKA, praises Lieutenant General Mkhwanazi for his role in the murder investigation and confirms the arrest strategy behind the case.

"Such a steal": Cape Town woman shows up to 80% off international athleisure brand items

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A Cape Town woman revealed discounts at an Adidas outlet, with up to 80% off on athleisure gear. Online users joked that she shouldn't have plugged people.

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"We're not giving up": Couple transforms their backyard into Bali in Benoni tropical paradise

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A Joburg-based couple transformed their backyard into a tropical paradise. The DIY journey included mishaps, but the final result left Mzansi impressed.

Julius Malema hits back at Gary Player over his views on South Africa’s BEE laws

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Julius Malema hits back at Gary Player’s remarks on South Africa’s BEE system, sparking debate on economic empowerment and transformation policies.

Reiger Park: Father dies protecting infant son, police arrest suspect (23) for fatal shootings

South Africa

6 months ago

A father from Reiger Park tragically died while shielding his infant son during a fatal shooting in the area, which left six dead and three others injured.

A man splurged on luxe Gucci items at Oceans Mall in Durban and sparked lively debates about wealth and luxury

Family and Relationships

6 months ago

A man’s extravagant shopping spree at a Durban Gucci store sparked debates across South Africa, with opinions divided on the luxury purchases and their value.

"Treat him like a king": American woman shares the perks of marrying a South African, SA moved

Family and Relationships

6 months ago

An American woman's video praising her South African husband for his nobility and 'princess treatment' by opening doors went viral, sparking debate online.

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