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.

10685 articles published since 27 Feb 2019

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Is Kadarius Toney Malachi Toney's brother? The truth about their NFL connection

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DJ Zinhle and Murdah Bongz' romantic video trolled online: "It looks so staged"

Celebrities

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Wessels’ Ban Reduced: Springbok Prop Set for Early Return

Rugby

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Tebogo Mnisi: A look at the suspect in the Mamelodi murders

South Africa

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"You're an inspiration": Woman shares how she made her first million before the age of 25, SA wowed

Women Empowerment

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Siya Kolisi turns to faith after Rachel’s viral ‘betrayal trauma’ TikTok

Rugby

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Johannesburg authorities investigate deadly taxi crash that killed 7

South Africa

11 months ago

A horrific crash south of Johannesburg on 29 October 2025 between a Toyota Quantum minibus taxi and a bakkie left seven dead and several others injured.

Madlanga Commission: Murder-accused Katiso Molefe allegedly friends with Senzo Mchunu

South Africa

11 months ago

A former member of the Political Killings Task Team testified before the Madlanga Commission of Inquiry that Senzo Mchunu has ties with Katiso Molefe.

Mamelodi cousins' alleged murderer appears in court and abandons bail

South Africa

11 months ago

Tebogo Mnisi, who was arrested and charged with the murder of Baleseng and Tshiamo Moramaga, appeared in court on 29 October 2025 and abandoned bail.

Content creator Mandisi Tshingana's death hoax debunked: "He's alive and well"

Celebrities

11 months ago

The family of content creator and influencer Mandisi Tshingana broke their silence to address rumours of his death after a memorial picture circulated online.

Sarah Langa posts photo with bae: Is she dating Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu or his brother Nathan?

Celebrities

11 months ago

Influencer Sarah Langa who previously sparked dating rumours with Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu has become a trending topic after sharing a photo with her boyfriend.

"Adorable and convenient": Man's disposable braai intrigues South Africans

People

11 months ago

A South African man demonstrated how he uses a disposable braai, perfect for small portions of meat. Local social media users were in awe of the convenience.

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Khaya Mthethwa's wife Sine Ndlovu allegedly deletes swimsuit pictures after getting married

Celebrities

11 months ago

South African pastor and singer Khaya Mthethwa's new wife, Sine Ndlovu, was rumoured to have deleted her swimsuit pictures shortly after getting married.

Aunt of slain Tshwane cousins slams allegations aboout their lifestyle

South Africa

11 months ago

Maki Moramaga, the aunt of Tshiamo and Baleseng Moramaga, slammed allegations that the two women, who were recently killed, made money questionably.

Jake White returns to school rugby, joins Selborne College to strengthen programme

Rugby

11 months ago

Former Springbok coach Jake White joins Selborne College as a consultant, aiming to strengthen the rugby programme and inspire the next generation of talent.

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