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.

10427 articles published since 27 Feb 2019

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Rassie explains Siya Kolisi's early substitution in the second Test against New Zealand, citing limited match fitness despite his try and South Africa’s 24-14 lead

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A Springboks star has hit back at All Blacks head coach Dave Rennie over his comments following New Zealand's defeat to South Africa in Cape Town.

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Springbok inside centre Joggie Jansen, who earned 10 Test caps, has died at 78. Known for his debut tackle against the All Blacks, he leaves a lasting legacy.

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Siya Kolisi melted hearts after embracing All Blacks fans and supporters in black jerseys following the recent Springboks’ 33-26 win at DHL Stadium.

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Mthunzi "Skopo" Tshabalala, who plays a homeless man on the new Netflix series 'Umthetho,' sent a heartfelt message to the production company behind his big break.

Free State woman turns away Premier asking to help her in door-to-door campaign

People

15 days ago

A Free State woman became an overnight hero after rejecting the ANC Premier during a campaign visit, sparking nationwide support and admiration on social media.

Terricia Govender's mother remains hopeful as she's still missing in Nepal floods

People

15 days ago

A Durban mother clings to hope as her daughter, Terricia Govender, 33, goes missing in Nepal amidst floods during a spiritual pilgrimage to Mount Kailash.

Siya Kolisi showers two Springboks stars with praise after All Blacks win

Rugby

15 days ago

Captain Siya Kolisi has praised two Springboks stars for their impressive performances after South Africa defeated the All Blacks in Cape Town this weekend.

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