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.

9945 articles published since 27 Feb 2019

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Celebrities

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Health Minister Aaron Motsoaledi weighs in after family refuses blood transfusion for teen's surgery

South Africa

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"My beautiful mama": Dutch-Nigerian influencer Rachel John shares rare picture of her mother

Family and Relationships

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Why isn’t BRICS stepping in to help Iran? A simple breakdown for curious South Africans

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Brazilian President urges Cyril Ramaphosa to boost defences over possible invasion risk, SA debates

South Africa

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Fans discuss Bonang Matheba's weight after recent video: "There's something off about her"

Celebrities

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Home Affairs minister introduces quick smart ID applications at bank branches across South Africa

South Africa

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Minister Leon Schreiber unveils a digital partnership for Smart ID applications at bank branches, enhancing security with biometric verification in just ten minutes.

"It's extremely cheap to live here": British man shares best and worst experiences of South Africa

People

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A British tourist shared the pros and cons of his South Africa stay, from its affordability to the chilly ocean. South Africans weighed in on his insights.

Kaizer Chiefs hold talks with ex-coach over possible Kaze and Ben Youssef replacements

Football

4 months ago

Kaizer Chiefs have reportedly opened talks with their former coach as the club considers potential replacements for Cedric Kaze and Khalil Ben Youssef.

'Big Brother Mzansi' fans react to a photo of Mmeli with Thandeka's underwear

TV Shows

4 months ago

'Big Brother Mzansi' fans recently dragged former 'Big Brother Titans' star Mmeli, who was recently spotted with his on-screen girlfriend, Thandeka's underwear.

Cape Town Cycle Tour tragedy as cyclist dies during 2026 event

Sports

4 months ago

Tragedy struck during the 2026 Cape Town Cycle Tour after a cyclist passed away, with organizers confirming the incident during the prestigious race.

Nutricia baby formula pulled from Mzansi shelves over toxin contamination fears

South Africa

4 months ago

South African parents who use baby formula have been put on high alert after the National Consumer Commission ordered an urgent recall of two popular products

Thobile MaKhumalo called ‘bitter’ for dissing Samke MaKhwela during radio interview

Celebrities

4 months ago

South African reality TV star Thobile MaKhumalo Mseleku was labelled a ‘bitter’ woman for throwing major shade at Samke MaKhwela during a radio interview.