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.

9389 articles published since 27 Feb 2019

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Sol Phenduka shades Mbuyiseni Ndlozi over G20 praise for Cyril Ramaphosa

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'Big Brother Mzansi' Star Ashley Ogle refuses to accept SASMA, SA drags her: "Sweet Guluva was right"

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"Love the people": Proudly SA moment as Clifton beachgoers crash Cape Town couple's wedding proposal

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Skomota gets cosy with woman at groove in viral video, SA reacts: "Isn’t this harassment?"

Celebrities

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Social media sensation Skomota is trending after a viral video of him getting cosy with a woman at a Polokwane club sparks mixed reactions from South Africans.

SAPS trainee’s emotional reunion with her dad moved South Africans and warmed hearts nationwide

Family and Relationships

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A SAPS trainee’s emotional reunion with her dad at her passing-out parade moved South Africans, sparking heartfelt conversations about family support and sacrifice.

Makro's Black Friday deals give matriculants headed to varsity a chance to get laptops for cheaper

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Makro's Black Friday sales have treasures ideal for first-year university students. The laptop bargains help 2025 matriculants start their first year by saving cash.

American woman discusses USA vs South African homes in TikTok video, Mzansi amazed

People

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A TikTok video of an American woman sharing the difference between the USA and South African homes. Mzansi peeps were stunned by features she pointed out.

Ginger Gaetz's age and story: 11 facts about Matt Gaetz's wife

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Ginger Gaetz's age, 31 years old as of 2025, reflects a 12-year gap with her husband, Matt Gaetz, an American politician and former Florida congressman.

Siya Kolisi gives away his shorts to help kid without phone for selfies in video, South Africa moved

People

5 months ago

Siya Kolisi gave a little boy his shorts because the kid did not have a phone. South Africans were touched by Siya Kolisi's thoughtful gesture for a fan.

Malesela breaks down Kaizer Chiefs’ path to beat Sundowns and Pirates to the title

Football

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Dan Malesela shares his insights on what Kaizer Chiefs need to do to win the Betway Premiership ahead of rivals Mamelodi Sundowns and Orlando Pirates.

Cardoso looks ahead of Sundowns clash Against Rulani Mokwena in CAFCL

Football

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Miguel Cardoso shares his thoughts on facing Rulani Mokwena as Mamelodi Sundowns prepare for their next CAF Champions League group game this season.

SA laughs as Clayson Monyela trolls Gareth Cliff with G20 summit group photo: "Fatality"

Politics

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South Africans react as Clayson Monyela takes a jab at Gareth Cliff after the successful G20 summit in Johannesburg, sharing a group photo with a playful caption.

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