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.

9437 articles published since 27 Feb 2019

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Teacher’s dance circle moment with learners goes viral at Curro school

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A Curro school teacher goes viral after dancing in a student circle in a joyful classroom moment that captured hearts across social media in South Africa.

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Ngizwe Mchunu visits his burnt home in Mbumbulu, Durban, showing visible distress. Emotional images surface as crime-related debates reignite on social media.

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A viral post about Hermanus origins sparks debate in South Africa, linking a Dutch teacher and elephant trails to the founding of the Western Cape town.

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Australian Olympic champion Scott Miller reflects on his fall from grace, battling addiction and legal troubles, and his journey of redemption through swimming.

“At least it’s raining”: Restaurant catches fire at V&A in Cape Town, video ignites debate

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A restaurant at V&A Waterfront, Cape Town, caught fire on 10 May 2026, igniting reactions from South Africans, with heavy smoke seen and TikTok videos shared.

Eben Etzebeth and Anlia turn heads after luxury Mercedes-Benz AMG driving experience

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Eben Etzebeth and Anlia share thrilling moments from a luxury driving experience, captivating fans with their lifestyle and stunning vehicle at a Mercedes-Benz event

Veteran Nigeria actor sparks backlash over xenophobia comments: "What about Boko Haram?"

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Nigerian actor Kanayo O. Kanayo faced backlash for condemning xenophobic attacks in South Africa during the AMVCA, igniting debate about pressing Nigerian issues.

New property laws in South Africa could change evictions and land disputes

People

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South Africa’s proposed PIE Amendment Bill could speed up evictions, target land invasion syndicates and help struggling landlords with non-paying tenants.

"This is crazy stuff": Wynberg homes left roofless after level 8 storm hits Cape Town

South Africa

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A clip shows the devastation in Wynberg, Cape Town, after a Level 8 storm, showcasing uprooted roofs and shocked residents. Mzansi is left in disbelief.

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