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.

10559 articles published since 27 Feb 2019

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Minnie Dlamini wins hearts with hot two-piece snaps showing off her summer body

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"Praying for your safety": Passenger on the hantavirus outbreak cruise ship breaks silence, SA moved

People

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MaMkhize's alleged new car sparks reactions online: "SARS is indeed a monster"

Celebrities

4 months ago

"Terrible way to die": Rescuer believes Komati River crocodile may have taken more victims, SA moved

People

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Man explained how police identified crocodile linked to Limpopo fatal incident

People

4 months ago

"Brainless kids": Gunshots and group brawl video at Cape Town’s N1 City parking lot sparks outrage

South Africa

4 months ago

Deadly drag race horror on Steve Biko road leaves one dead in Pretoria

South Africa

4 months ago

A tragic illegal drag race on Steve Biko Road in Pretoria resulted in one death and multiple injuries, sparking outrage against illegal street racing.

Thobile "MaKhumalo" Khumalo’s bold dress fails to impress Mzansi: "It’s not make sure"

Celebrities

4 months ago

Thobile "MaKhumalo" Khumalo left social media asking questions after debuting her latest custom-made gown for an event, receiving mixed reactions online.

Local rugby star in custody as alleged rape case heads to bail hearing

Rugby

4 months ago

A Boland rugby star faces serious sexual assault allegations after an alleged rape incident in the Western Cape, set for a bail hearing on Monday, 4 May 2026.

Global virus scare lands in SA: British tourist in ICU after cruise outbreak

South Africa

4 months ago

South African health officials are alert as a hantavirus outbreak linked to the MV Hondius cruise ship claims three lives, with more cases under investigation.

Bellarmine Mugabe avoids jail time for Hyde Park shooting, will be deported back to Zimbabwe

South Africa

4 months ago

Bellarmine Mugabe has avoided jail time following a shooting at his Hyde Park residence and was fined R600,000 and deported back to Zimbabwe instead.

"When will I get a green ID": Somalian refugee cries to SA government about SASSA grant cut off

Family and Relationships

4 months ago

A Somalian refugee woman broke down outside a SASSA office after her grant was cut off for months, with officials telling her she now needs a green ID to qualify.

Jacinta Ngobese-Zuma urges Ngizwe Mchunu to ‘watch his mouth’ amid rising political tensions

South Africa

4 months ago

Jacinta Ngobese-Zuma cautions Ngizwe Mchunu on his rhetoric amid rising tensions over immigration protests in South Africa, urging caution on sensitive issues.

"Not 1 cent of compensation": Zimbabwean speaks about losing his farm after 20 years of hard work

Family and Relationships

4 months ago

A farmer in Zimbabwe opened up about being forcibly removed from his legally purchased land in 2002 after 20 years of hard work, with no compensation received.

"Where is this shop?": SA man shares winter slippers plug in TikTok video, locals want the address

People

4 months ago

Cape Town's Matthew Ravell reveals Shado's winter slippers from R80, sparking local interest. Discover stylish and cosy options for the chilly season.

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