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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Parents surprise daughter with her first luxury car at dealership

Family and Relationships

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Boity Thulo's perfume marked-down price sparks debate: "Does she even use it?"

Celebrities

7 months ago

Small space, big love: Man's effort for partner's birthday shows the little things matter most

Family and Relationships

7 months ago

King Misuzulu’s "cute" moment at the mall leaves fans gushing

People

7 months ago

Madlanga Commission: General Dumisani Khumalo exposes politicians who faked assassination attempts

South Africa

7 months ago

SAPS provides update on 3 constables found dead at Hennops River

South Africa

7 months ago

"She's so spiritual": Bride and guests' reactions at a Christian wedding confuse Mzansi

Family and Relationships

7 months ago

A bride and guests' emotional reactions at a Christian wedding went viral as viewers questioned why the ceremony felt more like worship than a wedding.

"That's expensive": Couple compares cost of living in SA vs Zimbabwe, leaving Mzansi stunned

People

7 months ago

A couple compared grocery prices in South Africa and Zimbabwe, revealing that basic items like Coco Pops and toilet paper cost nearly three times more in Zimbabwe.

"Old soul energy": Zuluboy stressed by the possibility of mom getting married, SA entertained

Family and Relationships

7 months ago

Zuluboy’s viral video showcasing his emotional reaction to his mom potentially marrying captivated viewers who praised his maturity and emotional honesty.

Ntsiki Mazwai blends congratulations with shade while reacting to Lerato Nxumalo's wedding

Celebrities

7 months ago

Ntsiki Mazwai sparked reactions online with a cheeky jab at another celebrity while congratulating actress and YouTuber Lerato Nxumalo on her marriage.

"Not all heroes wear capes": Western Cape Sixty60 delivery driver steps in to save burning luxe car

People

7 months ago

A Checkers Sixty60 delivery driver named Simba rushed to help extinguish a burning luxury vehicle in an estate complex, earning praise from Mzansi.

American tourist impressed by full-service South African petrol station, shares video

People

7 months ago

An American tourist in South Africa was shocked by "beautiful" petrol station with modern design and friendly attendants, sparking pride and humor online.

"I don’t listen to Julius": SA amused as Gayton McKenzie rejects Malema’s call for him to testify

South Africa

7 months ago

Gayton McKenzie got social media talking after saying he wouldn't testify before Parliament's Ad Hoc Committee if Julius Malema was demanding that he does.

Ayanda Thabethe seemingly throws shade at DJ Speedsta's rumoured bae with R170k flex

Celebrities

7 months ago

Ayanda Thabethe has been accused of being childish after seemingly throwing shade at her sister’s ex, DJ Speedsta’s current girlfriend, with a luxury bag flex.

"Not easy": Domestic worker scores cash after nailing "impossible challenge" from her employer

Family and Relationships

7 months ago

A domestic worker scored R100 after successfully completing an impossible physics challenge that involved removing a card from under a balanced golf ball.

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