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.

9437 articles published since 27 Feb 2019

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Lillian Dube shares why Somizi Mhlongo and Moshe Ndiki aren't on speaking terms

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Turning land into luxury: SA couple build a home from scratch

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Nick Feinberg claps back at Elon Musk over South African ‘racist laws’ claims

Rugby

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'Blood & Water' actress Khosi Ngema announces pregnancy months after engagement

Celebrities

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"Stay on the right path": Learner's hustle earns him respect from Mitchells Plain police, SA moved

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Maxine Waters' net worth: how much is the Congresswoman really worth?

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Maine Cabin Masters cast: Meet Chase Morrill, Ashley, Ryan and Jedi

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The Maine Cabin Masters cast members have appeared on the reality TV show since its debut in 2017. Who are these personalities, and where are they now?

“Your little boyfriend cleaned you out”: SA man shares events that took place after his sister died

Family and Relationships

7 months ago

A South African man warmed Mzansi when he shared memories from over eight years in honour of his late sister's eighth death anniversary on TikTok. He went viral.

'House of Zwide' star Rorisang Mohapi announces engagement to 'Fatal Seduction' actor

Celebrities

7 months ago

Actress Rorisang Mohapi, who plays Palesa on eTV's 'House of Zwide', has confirmed her engagement to 'Fatal Seduction' actor Ntuthuzelo Grootboom.

SA responds to a video of Shebeshxt and Cyan Boujee's kiss: "She wanted the R40K"

Celebrities

7 months ago

Controversial Limpopo musician Shebeshxt and popular influencer Cyan Boujee left social media in a frenzy over the weekend when they kissed on camera.

'Isibaya' star and comedian Celeste Ntuli was involved in a car accident

Celebrities

7 months ago

Former 'Isibaya' actress and multi-award-winning comedian Celeste Ntuli has opened up about her recent car accident, which almost claimed her life.

Former 'Generations: The Legacy' star Yonda Thomas and wife welcome newborn baby

Celebrities

7 months ago

Former 'Generations: The Legacy' and 'Seriously Single' actor Yonda Thomas and his wife, Taz Emeran, have announced the birth of their newborn baby on social media.

Senzo Mchunu unshaken by Madlanga commission evidence

South Africa

7 months ago

Suspended Police Minister Senzo Mchunu says he is glad to have the opportunity to respond to claims made against him at the Madlanga Commission.

Chymamusique reveals who caused the fatal car accident that claimed DJ Poizen's life

Celebrities

7 months ago

Limpopo-born artist Chymamusique, real name Collen Mmotla, has revealed who caused the fatal car accident that ended DJ Poizen's life on Saturday, 30 August 2025.

Fatal N2 crash in Mpumalanga leaves 4 dead, including pedestrian

South Africa

7 months ago

A pedestrian and three sedan occupants died after a horrific head-on crash with a light delivery vehicle on the N2 in Mpumalanga on Sunday morning.

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