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.

9458 articles published since 27 Feb 2019

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'Gomora' star Sannah Mchunu mocks Simphiwe Dana for accusing Nomzamo Mbatha of copying her hairstyle

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"Is it true?": Cape Town woman discovers Woolies doughnuts made in Spain, pic gets tongues wagging

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A South African retail pharmacist's payslip was revealed in a TikTok video, sparking widespread discussion

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Gareth Cliff slams state of Pretoria and suggests new name: "This used to be our capital city"

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Viral internet sensation Bongi shared a heartfelt video from rehab, thanking fans for their immense support since his rise to fame and entry into Ladgag.

Black Coffee scrutinised over old photo with alleged 28s gang leader and DJ Sumbody

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Grammy Award-winning producer and club DJ Black Coffee is under scrutiny after a photo resurfaced showing him being cosy with alleged 28s gang boss Ralph Stanfield.

Ntsiki Mazwai reacts to allegations against Patriotic Alliance leaders Kenny Kunene and Gayton McKenzie

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An X user questioned the legitimacy of rumours surrounding Patriotic Alliance deputy president Kenny Kunene and Gayton McKenzie. Ntsiki Mazwai has weighed in.

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Netizens linked a story told by disgraced former advocate Malesela Teffo to the new allegations regarding why DJ Sumbody was assassinated in 2022.

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9 months ago

A war cry performance done by schoolboys in a TikTok video gave South Africans chills. The footage went viral online, sparking admiration and reactions.

Mabasa sets sights on goal boost as Pirates gear up for 2025/26 campaign

Football

9 months ago

Orlando Pirates striker Tshegofatso Mabasa is focused on improving his goal tally as the club prepares for the 2025/26 season in the Betway Premiership.

Ex-Kaizer Chiefs star Criticises Nabi for midfield pairing of Mthethwa and Cele

Football

9 months ago

Former Kaizer Chiefs star Junior Khanye has slammed coach Nasreddine Nabi for pairing Sibongiseni Mthethwa and Thabo Cele in midfield against Asante Kotoko.

Orlando Pirates urged to sign a game-changer like Lucas Ribeiro

Football

9 months ago

Orlando Pirates have been urged to strengthen their squad by signing a player with the talent and impact of Lucas Ribeiro ahead of the 2025-26 season.

Orlando Pirates: 5 Key players to watch in the 2025/26 season

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9 months ago

As Orlando Pirates prepare for the 2025/26 season, players like Sipho Mbule and Relebohile Mofokeng and three others are expected to play key roles.

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