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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“I hope she’s safe”: Man threatens lady taking long at ATM, SA outraged by his actions in viral TikTok video

People

11 months ago

“Well done bhuti”: Mzansi proud of man renovating humble shack into modern man cave in informal settlement

People

11 months ago

Showmax original series ‘Youngins’ returns for final season, SA reacts: “Season 2 was horrible”

TV Shows

11 months ago

"What do we do with our Smeg?": Joburg woman complains about adult life after kitchen trends change

People

11 months ago

Gogo’s joyful dance over R357,000 car unveiled in TikTok video leaves South Africans buzzing

People

11 months ago

"Giving birth ain't cheap": Woman shares medical bill breakdown of giving birth in private hospital

Family and Relationships

11 months ago

2 Arrested after elderly couple killed in Rustenburg road rage shooting

South Africa

11 months ago

The SAPS arrested two suspects after a deadly road rage incident in Rustenburg on 14 June 2025. An elderly couple was shot at a shopping centre.

Sundowns reportedly win R45 million race to sign Fiston Mayele

Football

11 months ago

Mamelodi Sundowns have reportedly signed DR Congo striker Fiston Mayele from Pyramids FC for R45 million, beating Kaizer Chiefs and Saudi clubs to his signature.

Tamia Mpisane catches shade as Mpisane-Mkhize empire crumbles

Celebrities

11 months ago

Tamia Mpisane is trending on social media since the latest update in Shauwn Mkhize's legal drama. Social media feels sorry for her as her family loses its riches.

Hollywood Bets Durban July 2025: A look inside the luxury marquees

Celebrities

11 months ago

The Hollywood Bets Durban July 2025 have unveiled the list of their luxury marquees. From DJ Tira's Afrotainment to Executive Event's star-studded marquee.

Eastern Cape floods: Thembi Simelane says government could give victims R12,000 grant to rebuild

South Africa

11 months ago

Human Settlements Minister Thembi Simelane said the government is considering giving R12,000 to flood victims in the Eastern Cape to rebuild their homes.

Ashor Sarupen believes Liam Jacobs will regret his decision to ditch DA for the Patriotic Alliance

Politics

11 months ago

The DA's Deputy Federal Council Chair, Ashor Sarupen, believes that Liam Jacobs will soon regret leaving the party to join the Patriotic Alliance (PA)

Video of Babalwa M and Kelvin Momo performing 'Bo Thata' at Piano Hub impresses SA

Celebrities

11 months ago

A video of Babalwa M and Kelvin Momo performing 'Bo Thata' at Piano Hub has gone viral. The video left many people impressed, saying they are the best duo.

A blushing groom watched in awe as his bride danced during lobola celebrations

Family and Relationships

11 months ago

During her lobola celebration, a Mzansi bride's confident and flirtatious dance left her groom blushing, the internet in awe, and guests impressed.

"I was the only passenger on board": Gent shows what happened when he decided to go to Zimbabwe

People

11 months ago

A man went viral after joking about being the only passenger on an empty plane bound for Zimbabwe, sparking conversations about tourism to the neighbouring country.

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