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.

9919 articles published since 27 Feb 2019

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"Getting it ready for implementation": SA might be getting a new social grant to replace the SRD

South Africa

22 days ago

"No one has the real facts yet": Kruger tragedy ignites conversation as expert raises red flags

People

22 days ago

"No one will change my mind": PA leader Teresa Nortje resigns to join March and March

People

22 days ago

Curro Secunda learner Anna Ncobile Mkhabela dies, SA parents moved

People

22 days ago

"Hard to believe": Northwood School Grade 11 learner dies and leaves Durban mourning

People

22 days ago

South African woman moves to Malawi for love in TikTok video

People

22 days ago

"He touched many lives": Parel Vallei learner and former Paul Roos Gymnasium pupil Max Immelman dies

People

22 days ago

The Western Cape mourns Max Immelman, a Grade 10 student and cancer warrior, whose legacy unites Paul Roos Gymnasium and Parel Vallei High School communities.

Phakel'umthakathi plans March to Mayfair amid claims Somalis are driving out South Africans

South Africa

23 days ago

A viral video from Mayfair stirs outrage as claims suggest Somalis told South Africans to leave. Activist Phal'umthakathi plans a march amid rising tensions.

Man in Malawi purchases groceries for less than R100 and amazes South Africa in video

People

23 days ago

A TikTok video reveals how a small grocery haul in Malawi costs less than R100, sparking discussions on the stark cost of living differences across SADC.

Snake expert's python lesson goes wrong in video, SA stunned by attack

People

24 days ago

Watch snake handler Louis Daniel Pienaar brave a Southern African Python attack while explaining their mating habits, showcasing his composure amidst the chaos.

"Jonasi is coming for you": American woman excited that Sdumo Mtshali reposted her review, SA amused

People

24 days ago

An American TikToker was left in a massive frenzy after The Polygamist lead actor, Sdumo Mtshali, reposted her unfiltered Netflix review on his stories.

Canadian tourist shot dead at Kruger National Park

People

24 days ago

Tragedy strikes Kruger National Park as a 69-year-old Canadian tourist is fatally shot during a bush braai. Safety concerns intensify after recent violent incidents.

"Rest well, nana": Death of Amberfield College learner leaves Mzansi devastated

People

24 days ago

Amberfield College in Centurion has shared a heartbreaking tribute following the tragic death of Grade 11 learner Awande Okuhle Aphelelisiwe Mthembu.

"Is he okay?": The latest photos of TV personality Aaron Moloisi worry Mzansi

Celebrities

24 days ago

TV presenter and former 'The Queen' actor Aaron Moloisi trended on social media on Wednesday, 17 June 2026, when his latest photos were shared on X.

The state is going to act’: Gayton McKenzie warns PA members against joining March and March

South Africa

24 days ago

Gayton McKenzie warns Patriotic Alliance members against joining the March to March protests, saying the state will act amid rising tensions over illegal immigration

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