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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"It was so therapeutic": Woman plugs Pretoria with affordable cake design café

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"Happiness is a choice": Gqeberha traffic officer entertains motorists at intersection, SA amused

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6 People killed in horrific Mpumalanga accident between 2 trucks

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Higher Education Minister Buti Manamela wants answers after alleged rape victim silenced with degree

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The Higher Education Minister Buti Manamela said that the Department will investigate an incident where a student was allegedly raped for a degree.

"True reflection of an influencer": South Africans praise high-heeled man helping boy sell oranges

People

a year ago

A local content creator, Lebo G Molax, showed the spirit of ubuntu by helping a boy sell oranges while wearing high heels. Internet users praised his selfless act.

'Married at First Sight Mzansi's Khumo and Thabang reportedly welcomed a bundle of joy

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Businesswoman Khumo Ngobeni and her partner Thabang Mvuyane, who starred in the first season of 'Married at First Sight Mzansi', are reportedly parents.

Roland Schoeman hails Dricus du Plessis as “Peoples Champ” after UFC 319 defeat

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Roland Schoeman reacted to Dricus du Plessis’ UFC 319 defeat to Khamzat Chimaev, calling him the “People's Champ” as fans shared mixed opinions online.

Brody Grant exits The Outsiders: What is next for the star?

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a year ago

Brody Grant gained Broadway notoriety for his portrayal of Ponyboy Curtis in the musical adaptation of The Outsiders. Is he still a cast member on the show?

Former 'Gomora' star Sannah Mchunu reacts to Glen Gabela's viral video

Celebrities

a year ago

Award-winning actor Glen Gabela got the attention of his industry colleagues when he pleaded for financial assistance in a viral video on social media.

Who is Chidimma Adetshina? All about Miss Universe Nigeria 2024

Celebrity biographies

a year ago

Chidimma Adetshina is a Nigerian-South African beauty pageant model currently holding Miss Universe Nigeria 2024 and was a finalist in Miss South Africa 2024.

SA reacts to photo of Rethabile visiting mom Winnie Khumalo's grave

Celebrities

a year ago

Talented South African singer Rethabile Khumalo had social media talking on Sunday, 17 August 2025, when she visited her mother, Winnie Khumalo's grave.

Kgomotso Christopher drags fan for criticising her attire at 'Fatal Seduction' premiere

Celebrities

a year ago

'Generations: The Legacy' actress Kgomotso Christopher, who leads the cast of Netflix's 'Fatal Seduction', recently clapped back at a social media user on X.

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