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

Author's articles

'Skeem Saam' actress Amanda Manku's husband Roger Tau gushes over her in touching birthday post

Celebrities

a year ago

“I can’t even kiss”: South Africans share their bizarre experiences with braces in viral TikTok video

People

a year ago

Health Minister Aaron Motsoaledi issues warning to Operation Dudula

Politics

a year ago

“This would haunt me”: Man falls inside portable toilet during Boardmasters Festival, 17M people outraged

People

a year ago

“Haibo, I’m resigning”: SA stunned by R12.5K youth grant and made future plans after seeing viral TikTok video

People

a year ago

Men chased by pit bull onto car's roof leave big dent in TikTok video with 68M views

People

a year ago

Actress Khabonina Qubeka praises 'Shaka ILembe' co-star Mpilo Mbatha

TV Shows

a year ago

Talented actress Khabonina Qubeka recently praised her co-star Mpilo Mbatha, who plays the character of Mzilikazi on the Mzansi Magic series 'Shaka ILembe'.

When should South African graduates start applying for jobs?

Opinion

a year ago

Whether you’re completing a diploma, higher certificate, degree or postgraduate programme, knowing when to step into the working world can make all the difference.

Myron Golden's net worth explained: how rich is the business strategist?

Celebrity biographies

a year ago

Myron Golden's net worth is estimated at $25 million from his career as a sought-after speaker, best-selling author, business consultant, and entrepreneur.

Was Melissa Womer Jim Carrey’s first love? A closer look at their past

Celebrity biographies

a year ago

Melissa Womer is an American actress, producer, and writer, best known for marrying legendary Canadian and American actor and comedian Jim Carrey.

Unemployed husband's wife claims R124M Lotto Powerball jackpot after surviving on 1 paycheck

People

a year ago

A Gauteng woman won more than R120 million in a Lotto Jackpot draw. She and her unemployed husband struggled for years until she won millions overnight.

'House of Zwide' star Tsholo Matshaba shares how she coped with hubby's death

Celebrities

a year ago

Talented actress Tsholo Matshaba recently opened up about her late husband, Chris Matshaba, who was famously known for his radio show on Motsweding FM.

Who is Maria Sten's partner? Inside her current relationship status

Celebrity biographies

a year ago

Maria Sten's partner remains a mystery. However, she is rumoured to be in a relationship with American actress Crystal Reed, though she has never confirmed it.