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.

10712 articles published since 27 Feb 2019

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“Classroom to MD”: Teacher shows up all glammed up to matric ball and goes viral on TikTok

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Former 'Gomora' actor Thulani Mtsweni: "Comedy is my specialty"

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"R30 tip is an insult": South Africans appalled by 6-figure bill's measly tip

People

a year ago

See Mihlali Ndamase, Faith Nketsi and two more South African influencers before and after the fame

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a year ago

Ian Cameron and 2 DA Members of Parliament attacked during oversight visit in Western Cape

Politics

a year ago

Late Orlando Pirates striker Tendai Ndoro’s video on ex-wife rumours surfaces after his death

Football

a year ago

Springboks shake up squad ahead of crucial Australia showdown

Rugby

a year ago

Springboks head coach Rassie Erasmus made major squad changes after injuries and a tough loss, recalling key players ahead of their next clash with Australia.

"From Trent to Thabo": SA stunned as man quickly changes from Scouse to Xhosa accent

People

a year ago

A South African content creator in Liverpool switched from a Scouse accent to his Xhosa accent, shocking social media users with the sudden switch.

Economic Freedom Fighters reject ANC's suggestion of using Parliament's legal team

Politics

a year ago

The Economic Freedom Fighters rejected a recommendation the ANC made during the Ad-Hoc Committee to investigate corruption in the criminal justice system.

DJ Maphorisa shares origin story of Scorpion Kings name with Kabza De Small

Celebrities

a year ago

DJ Maphorisa recently opened up about the origin of the name Scorpion Kings. He said he was inspired by a zodiac sign, thinking he and Kabza were both Scorpios.

Former Miss SA Natasha Vermaak unleashes fire moves in Magumba dance challenge, entertains Mzansi

People

a year ago

Miss South Africa 2023 titleholder Natasha Vermaak, formerly Natasha Joubert, entertained locals by participating in the viral Magumba dance challenge.

Video of General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi discussing immigration sparks debate

South Africa

a year ago

The South African Police Service (SAPS) KwaZulu-Natal Police Commissioner General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi discussed immigration in a clip that went viral.

"Cost more than American houses": US woman showcases Nigerian 7-bedroom mansion

People

a year ago

An American-Nigerian woman gave a tour of her seven-bedroom mansion in an upscale area of Nigeria. However, the home failed to impress many people.

Old video of Glen Gabela earning R37K with R32K deductions resurfaces, SA reacts

Celebrities

a year ago

South Africans took to social media this week to react to an old video of former 'Uzalo' actor Glen Gabela discussing his previous salary and deductions.

Rethabile Khumalo shares cryptic message seven months after her mom Winnie's death

Celebrities

a year ago

Rethabile Khumalo posted a deeply concerning message on her Instagram story, lamenting her mom Winnie's death and wishing they could trade places.

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