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.

9476 articles published since 27 Feb 2019

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“This is how human trafficking begins”: SA finds Cyan Boujee’s latest Russian campaign targeting girls sketchy

People

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“This is the funniest thing ever”: Lady asks friends to dress up as Steve Harvey for her birthday, SA floored

People

8 months ago

Limpopo community takes action after 9-year-old girl alleges sexual abuse by brother

South Africa

8 months ago

RIP Nandi Nyembe: Gayton McKenzie called out for not helping late actress

Celebrities

8 months ago

South Africans slam Minister Gayton McKenzie for old unpatriotic Springboks tweet

South Africa

8 months ago

Hawks arrest 33-year-old in connection with murder of state prosecutor Tracy Brown in Gqeberha

South Africa

8 months ago

“Springboks’ latest team photo raises eyebrows and sparks debate online

Rugby

8 months ago

The Springboks’ latest team photo has sparked online debate, with fans questioning the squad and its composition ahead of their clash with Australia.

"She must come back home": Thandeka Xaba pleads for urgent visa after sad KZN family news, SA moved

Family and Relationships

8 months ago

Thandeka Xaba's emotional video plea to the South African High Commission in Nigeria for a fast-tracked visa to see her grandmother touched hearts.

"You're not crazy": Man drives 5 hours to girlfriend after getting an early goodnight, SA amused

Family and Relationships

8 months ago

A KZN man's viral TikTok story about driving from Durban to Phongolo to check on his girlfriend after she said goodnight early sparked an online debate.

South African woman feels safe walking Zambia's streets: "Afraid of animals, not people"

People

8 months ago

A South African solo traveller, Resego Mosang, shared her experience of feeling safe walking on the streets of Zambia, a sentiment echoed by many.

North West man arrested after video of chilling murder and confession goes viral

South Africa

8 months ago

The South African Police Service arrested a North West man for allegedly killing his girlfriend and posting a video of the incident. He then confessed online.

BossMan Dlow's net worth: how rich is the Florida rapper in 2025?

Celebrity biographies

8 months ago

BossMan Dlow’s net worth, estimated at $3M, is primarily from album sales, music royalties, tours, and concerts. He is considered one of the fastest-rising rappers.

Emira D'Spain before her transition into a beauty trailblazer: What did she look like?

Celebrity biographies

8 months ago

Emira D'Spain is the first Black transgender woman to model for Victoria's Secret. How has her transition impacted her career in the fashion and beauty industry?

Tyla seemingly confirms she passed out following concerning video

Celebrities

8 months ago

Tyla has seemingly confirmed that she was the unconscious woman in the viral video. The singer posted a picture of a drunk Beyoncé after the video spread.

Official trailer for Thabo Bester and Dr Nandipha documentary 'Beauty And The Bester' released

Movies

8 months ago

The official trailer for the upcoming Thabo Bester documentary, 'Beauty and the Bester,' has been released and sparked rave reactions on social media.

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