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.

10533 articles published since 27 Feb 2019

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"He touched many lives": Parel Vallei learner and former Paul Roos Gymnasium pupil Max Immelman dies

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Phakel'umthakathi plans March to Mayfair amid claims Somalis are driving out South Africans

South Africa

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Man in Malawi purchases groceries for less than R100 and amazes South Africa in video

People

3 months ago

Snake expert's python lesson goes wrong in video, SA stunned by attack

People

3 months ago

"Jonasi is coming for you": American woman excited that Sdumo Mtshali reposted her review, SA amused

People

3 months ago

Canadian tourist shot dead at Kruger National Park

People

3 months ago

"Rest well, nana": Death of Amberfield College learner leaves Mzansi devastated

People

3 months ago

Amberfield College in Centurion has shared a heartbreaking tribute following the tragic death of Grade 11 learner Awande Okuhle Aphelelisiwe Mthembu.

"Is he okay?": The latest photos of TV personality Aaron Moloisi worry Mzansi

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3 months ago

TV presenter and former 'The Queen' actor Aaron Moloisi trended on social media on Wednesday, 17 June 2026, when his latest photos were shared on X.

The state is going to act’: Gayton McKenzie warns PA members against joining March and March

South Africa

3 months ago

Gayton McKenzie warns Patriotic Alliance members against joining the March to March protests, saying the state will act amid rising tensions over illegal immigration

Mini Jonasi? Youngster's spot-on performance in video has social media crying with laughter

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A South African child leaves Mzansi laughing with his hilarious Jonasi impression, showcasing impressive acting skills in a charming Facebook skit with his mother.

Nota Baloyi reacts to Celeste Ntuli's hot scene on 'The Polygamist': "But, why?"

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3 months ago

On 'Music Pulse', Nota Baloyi, Sfiso, and Thakgi dissected Netflix's 'The Polygamist'. Nota's views quickly went viral, as many people saw them as disrespectful.

ZuluBoy addresses Hugh Masekela cover backlash, defends song's message of African unity

Celebrities

3 months ago

ZuluBoy responds to criticism over his Hugh Masekela cover of the song 'Chileshe', defending its message of unity as South Africans debate migration and identity.

Jacinta Ngobese-Zuma reacts to clip of foreign national woman threatening Ngizwe Mchunu

South Africa

3 months ago

A viral clip featuring Jacinta Ngobese-Zuma captures a foreign woman allegedly threatening Ngizwe Mchunu amid escalating immigration tensions in Durban.

Malawian nationals clash with police in Durban as protest turns violent outside Sherwood Hall

South Africa

3 months ago

Police officers have fired stun grenades and rubber bullets after a protest by Malawian nationals outside the Sherwood Hall in Durban turned violent.

Peet Viljoen arrested after US deportation: Hawks finally reveal why he was nabbed at OR Tambo

Celebrities

3 months ago

Hawks clarify Peet Viljoen's arrest at OR Tambo Airport for fraud and theft, revealing court appearance details amid ongoing investigations and speculation.

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