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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Stacey Dash's parents: a look at her family background and early life struggles

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"What a grand entrance": Groomsmen make a unique entrance for a wedding that left Mzansi reeling

Family and Relationships

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A maths teacher analysed the 2025 NSC Maths Paper 1 in a viral TikTok video that had Mzansi talking

Family and Relationships

6 months ago

Matric 2025: Grade 12 learners' hilarious reactions to maths paper 1 go viral in video

People

6 months ago

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Jub Jub calls out Kelly Khumalo, begs for access to their son: "Stop saying I'm a deadbeat dad"

Celebrities

6 months ago

Tebogo Thobejane slams men for being afraid to date her after surviving hit: "Men are not brave"

Celebrities

6 months ago

Gauteng leads in home loan approvals as economists hint at interest rate cut

Opinion

6 months ago

Economists have hinted at an interest rate cut before year-end. With recent shifts in lending rates, more South Africans are securing bonds, especially in Gauteng.

Chymamusique discusses his brain surgery: "I won't be able to talk in person"

Celebrities

6 months ago

Fan-favourite artist Chymamusique reveals that he recently underwent an emergency brain surgery following his tragic car accident in August 2025.

Kolisi credits dominant Boks forwards for Feinberg-Mngomezulu’s standout performance vs Japan

Rugby

6 months ago

Springboks captain Siya Kolisi praised forwards for laying the foundation that allowed Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu to shine in their dominant win over Japan.

Rassie Erasmus outlines Springboks’ expectations for France clash following Japan thrashing

Rugby

6 months ago

Rassie Erasmus has shared insights on what the Springboks should expect when they face France, following their dominant 61-7 victory over Japan at Wembley Stadium.

Erasmus celebrates Springboks’ big win over Japan, singles out top performer ahead of France test

Rugby

6 months ago

Rassie Erasmus expressed his satisfaction after South Africa’s dominant win over Japan, praising one of his key Springboks stars for an outstanding performance.

SAPS increases police presence in Reiger Park after shooting

South Africa

6 months ago

General Masemola confirmed that more SAPS members will be sent to Reiger Park following a tragic shooting that claimed six lives on Saturday, 1 November 2025

US reality TV star Nene Leakes reposts DBN Gogo's Halloween look

Celebrities

6 months ago

Amapiano musician DBN Gogo had social media talking over the weekend when she recreated The Real Housewives of Atlanta star Nene Leakes' popular GIF for Halloween.

"South Africans are creative": Gugulethu entrepreneur's mobile braai service moves Mzansi

Family and Relationships

6 months ago

A video of a Gugulethu man pushing a trolley with a lit braai stand showcased his brilliant and resourceful business idea, which touched many viewers.

"My heart breaks for him": Matric learner vents about Mathematics exam to mom, SA compassionate

Family and Relationships

6 months ago

A mother’s TikTok video captures her son's frustration after the matric Maths exam, where he felt the paper was too difficult and wouldn't let him pass.

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