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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Cameroon legend issues bold statement about Bafana Bafana

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Cameroon legend Roger Feutmba issues a strong statement about Bafana Bafana ahead of their upcoming encounter at AFCON, sparking debate among fans.

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Former Orlando Pirates assistant coach Fadlu Davids names the most dangerous team at AFCON 2025, sharing insights on the tournament’s top contenders.

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South Africa men's national team coach Hugo Broos explains his concerns ahead of Bafana Bafana’s upcoming clash against Cameroon at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations.

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SA urges an urgent UN meeting over US military action in Venezuela, highlighting concerns about violations of sovereignty and international law.

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Kenyan rugby player Felix Ouma has died just two days into the new year.2026, sparking tributes and mourning across the rugby community on social media.

Free State man arrested for allegedly killing friend over girlfriend dispute

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A 41-year-old man in Free State has been arrested for allegedly murdering a friend over a girlfriend dispute, following a fatal confrontation with a spade.

Search continues for 23-year-old Gqeberha man swept away by rip current

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A search is underway for a missing 23-year-old man at Bluewater Bay after a drowning incident, with extensive rescue efforts ongoing amid strong rip currents.

Free State light aircraft crash leaves 1 person dead, authorities launch investigation into tragedy

South Africa

6 months ago

An investigation has been launched after a four-seater light aircraft crashed in the Ferreira area outside Bloemfontein in the Free State, leaving one person dead.

Insurance denies funeral claim for man allegedly linked to kidnapping, SA reacts

South Africa

6 months ago

The refusal to pay Sbonelo Zaca’s funeral claim after a police shootout sparks debate on accountability, due process, and criminal exclusions in policies.

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