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.

9372 articles published since 27 Feb 2019

Author's articles

"You treated him with respect": Humble waiter receives R5k tip from generous man, SA moved

People

2 months ago

Afrikaner refugees: Is it a brain drain or a bogus narrative?

South Africa

2 months ago

Budget 2026: Will higher alcohol taxes push South Africans to the black market?

Economy

2 months ago

"They found us": Family's deceased body saga with Capitec gets international attention, SA stunned

People

2 months ago

Kenny Kunene claims Julius Malema had close ties with notorious taxi boss Mswazi and KT Molefe

South Africa

2 months ago

"Impact will not be forgotten": Breede Valley mayor mourns snake handler André du Preez

People

2 months ago

Tragic loss: School rugby star Jude Stewart dies after collapsing during training

Rugby

2 months ago

Tragic loss of Jude Stewart, a beloved school rugby star, who died after collapsing at training due to rhabdomyolysis. The Helpmekaar College community mourns.

"No kiss for 10 years": Marriage counsellor Bakhe Dlamini says he and wife waited until wedding day

Family and Relationships

2 months ago

South African marriage counsellor Bakhe Dlamini reveals he and his wife never kissed during their 10-year relationship, choosing faith and boundaries before marriage

Tragedy on the slopes as rugby star and two friends lose their lives

Rugby

2 months ago

A rugby star tragically passed away in a skiing accident alongside two friends. The incident has sent shockwaves through the sporting community online.

SAPS seizes vehicle at Robert Mugabe's son's house and divers brought to search for vehicles

South Africa

2 months ago

Bellarmine Mugabe was arrested in Gauteng after a shooting incident. Police seized a vehicle with sirens as investigations into the violent event deepen.

Kaizer Chiefs enter three-way fight with European clubs over young midfield prospect

Football

2 months ago

PSL giants Kaizer Chiefs are reportedly facing stiff competition from two European clubs in their pursuit of a highly rated young Ghanaian midfielder.

"Waking up happy": Tour of AI-created Ndebele-themed beachfront home in Cape Town leaves SA in awe

People

2 months ago

A content creator shared an AI-generated video of a Cape Town beachfront home completely covered in traditional Ndebele designs that left South Africans in love.

V&A Waterfront Makeover: R20 billion expansion to transform the iconic Cape Town spot

Industry

2 months ago

The V&A Waterfront is undergoing a R20 billion transformation, reclaiming land for luxury retail, homes, and amenities, reshaping Cape Town's iconic destination.