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.

9955 articles published since 27 Feb 2019

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

South Africa

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

People

4 months ago

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

Rugby

4 months ago

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

Family and Relationships

4 months ago

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

Rugby

4 months ago

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

South Africa

4 months ago

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

Football

4 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

4 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

4 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.

"It took 5 months": Western Cape woman shows modern interior renovations of her run-down home

Women Empowerment

4 months ago

A Western Cape woman shared how she transformed her run-down shack into a modern home in just over five months, spending R5,000 on boards and tiles.

"Another beautiful Dambuza makoti": Johannesburg bride releases video of traditional Xhosa wedding

Family and Relationships

4 months ago

A Johannesburg attorney and cousin to City Makoti Anika Dambuza shared a video from her luxury traditional Xhosa wedding that took place in Pretoria.

Man blind-buys KFC franchise in township on auction, South Africa inspired

People

4 months ago

A TikTok video of a blind auction reveals the sale of a KFC in Themba City at a lower price, inspiring South Africans with its incredible bargain and excitement.

Exclusive

Mpumi “Mrs Mops” Mophatlane’s "Proper BBL" sparks debate around the on-trend surgery

Celebrities

4 months ago

Social media users were left with unanswered questions after former 'The Mommy Club' reality TV star Mpumi “Mrs Mops” Mophatlane showed off her BBL.

Cyril Ramaphosa unveils plans for Eskom: Private investment to the rescue

Industry

4 months ago

South Africa’s Eskom and Transnet open to private investors for upgrades, with plans to unbundle Eskom and a R11 billion investment in the Durban Container Terminal.

1 Person in critical condition after shooting at Hyde Park house of Robert Mugabe's son

South Africa

4 months ago

A shooting at Chatunga Berllamine Mugabe's Hyde Park home left a security guard critically injured. Police arrested Mugabe amid rising concerns over his bail.

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