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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Madlanga Commission: Former Commissioner Riah Phiyega responds to Cat Matlala link allegations

South Africa

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Springboks Star Trevor Nyakane’s family wows fans with heartwarming Instagram post

Rugby

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"Girl, you ate": Cape Flats Grade 12 learner's matric dance and super car worth R17M stuns Mzansi

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SAPS shuts down section of Marlboro after taxi boss allegedly shot and killed

South Africa

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Mamelodi East shooting survivor says God saved him

South Africa

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Tony Bennett's first wife, Patricia Beech, and her tumultuous marriage

Celebrity biographies

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Patricia Beech was Tony Bennett's first wife. They married in 1952, split in 1965 and finalised their divorce in 1971. What was the reason behind their separation?

8 killed in horrific Van Reenen's Pass accident on N3

South Africa

6 months ago

Eight people were killed when a truck and a taxi collided with each other on Van Reenen's Pass on the N3 on 30 October 2025. Others were injured in the accident.

Border rugby star Sive Tshaka fatally stabbed in Keiskammahoek

Rugby

6 months ago

Veteran Border rugby player Sive Tshaka, 34, was fatally stabbed in Keiskammahoek. Family, club and fans mourn the tragic loss of the respected athlete.

Miss SA runner-up Luyanda Zuma receives mixed reviews for reposting comments about being robbed

Celebrities

6 months ago

Popular beauty queen and actress Luyanda Zuma puzzled South Africans this week when she reposted comments about being robbed of the Miss SA 2025 title

Is Kadarius Toney Malachi Toney's brother? The truth about their NFL connection

Celebrity biographies

6 months ago

Kadarius Toney is not Malachi Toney's brother, despite sharing a last name and having established themselves as prominent wide receivers in American football.

DJ Zinhle and Murdah Bongz' romantic video trolled online: "It looks so staged"

Celebrities

6 months ago

South African music power couple DJ Zinhle and Murdah Bongz had social media buzzing over their romantic video; however, not everyone found it appealing.

Wessels’ Ban Reduced: Springbok Prop Set for Early Return

Rugby

6 months ago

Springbok forward Jan-Hendrik Wessels has had his suspension reduced after a URC appeal, sparking debate on the impact for the Boks' upcoming fixtures.

Tebogo Mnisi: A look at the suspect in the Mamelodi murders

South Africa

6 months ago

Tebogo Mnisi, the 38-year-old man who was arrested and charged with the murder of Tshiamo and Baleseng Moramaga, abandoned his bail bid on 29 October.

"You're an inspiration": Woman shares how she made her first million before the age of 25, SA wowed

Women Empowerment

6 months ago

An entrepreneur’s viral TikTok video, revealing the five disciplined steps she took to earn her first million before the age of 25, inspired many social media users.

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