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.

9950 articles published since 27 Feb 2019

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Kaizer Chiefs face a fourth defeat in a row after losing 1-0 to Richards Bay, as SuperSport's commentary ignites public outcry over inappropriate language.

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Celebrities

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Shashi Naidoo faces backlash for her comments on the US-Israeli strikes on Iran, sharing controversial posts and videos amidst escalating Middle Eastern tensions.

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McKenzie allegedly failed to disclose costs of over 20 taxpayer-funded trips. ActionSA demands accountability amid concerns of R500 million in travel spending.

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Proteas captain Temba Bavuma faced criticism for a T20 World Cup commentary blunder, with fans calling it “thin cricket knowledge” after mislabeling Zimbabwe.

COPE Founder Mosiuoa "Terror" Lekota dies at age 77

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Mosiuoa "Terror" Lekota, founder of COPE, has died after battling health issues. The party mourns his loss, remembering his role in South African politics.

"The fire is spreading": South African woman cries witnessing aftermath of US-Iran war in Dubai

Politics

4 months ago

A South African woman living in Dubai broke down in tears after a missile struck a residential building right outside her home amid the ongoing US-Iran conflict.

"Your licence came from a lucky packet": Sis Thembi crashes boss Malcolm's car in throwback clip

Family and Relationships

4 months ago

A throwback clip of Sis Thembi reversing Malcolm's Land Cruiser into their home resurfaced, and his reaction had South Africans praising him all over again.

"She left you dry": Aspiring politician dragged for cheating on wife and marrying side chick

Family and Relationships

4 months ago

An aspiring politician went on a local podcast to speak about his plans for the future, including his two marriages, which both ended because of infidelity.

"I can even eat here": Foreign national goes viral after being blown away by Mzansi's public toilets

People

4 months ago

A foreign national visiting South Africa went viral after filming a public toilet and telling his followers the country is far better than its reputation suggests.

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