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.

9924 articles published since 27 Feb 2019

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Deputy President Paul Mashatile rejects allegations of corruption

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SWIFT finally broke its silence regarding the on-set sexual assault allegations made by actress Nirvana Nokwe against her former Red Ink co-star, Bonko Khoza.

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People

a month ago

A heartwarming TikTok video captures a Nigerian man's joyful exchange with a South African petrol attendant, showcasing unity through language amid rising tensions.

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An American teacher's controversial post about an Afrikaner student's alleged racist remarks ignites fierce debate online, drawing reactions from South Africans.

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Ghana’s evacuation flight from OR Tambo reportedly drew just one passenger despite the government providing free transport and incentives for those returning home.

“We just want peace”: Foreigners beg for peace as anti-immigration protests sweep major SA cities

People

a month ago

Foreign nationals living in Mzansi have pleaded for peace as anti-immigration protests swept through major cities, leaving shops vandalised and communities on edge.

Nirvana Nokwe-Mseleku’s former manager breaks silence on Bonko Khoza controversy

Celebrities

a month ago

Nirvana Nokwe-Mseleku’s former manager reacts to her allegations against Bonko Khoza. Social media reacts to the unfolding drama and evidence shared.

A British tourist stunned by "the biggest mall in South Africa" gets corrected by South Africans

People

a month ago

A British influencer’s TikTok tour of Canal Walk sparked debate after she called it South Africa’s biggest mall, prompting locals to correct and share mall rankings.

Unathi Nkayi's message in support of Bonko Khoza causes a stir: "As a boy mom"

Celebrities

a month ago

Unathi Nkayi's message in support of Bonko Khoza has caused a stir. She was reacting to Lerato Mvelase's post, where she reshared Bomb Production's statement.

“American cops think it’s AI”: Mzansi reacts after Joburg man pranks JMPD officers in Twitter video

People

a month ago

A prankster in a tree costume caught JMPD officers off guard in Joburg and their laid-back reaction had Mzansi comparing local police to cops in the United States

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