Author: St Francis Chronicle

St Francis Chronicle is a monthly tabloid which has been printing monthly since March 2003 (except for six months during covid). We are an independent, small town monthly newspaper bringing you the latest news relevant to the St Francis area of the Eastern Cape , such as community news, our popular forthcoming events column for social and sport , plus reviews, and lovely photos - including those submitted by a few top photographers. Contact : stfrancischronicle@gmail.com

“Squid fishing is currently dead!”

 By Bev Mortimer “Squid fishing is currently dead!” These words chilling to anyone in the squid fishing industry, were stated … More

Thyspunt final draft delayed yet again; China may participate in SA Nuclear

Breaking…There is a delay yet again on the release of the revised Draft EIR for Thyspunt. The Report will not … More

“I would not however say Eskom’s in a crisis” – Eskom GM Andrew Etzinger

“I would not however say Eskom’s in a crisis” – Eskom GM Andrew Etzinger  Etzinger made this statement in an … More

Possiblity of more load shedding

Eskom CEO Brian Dames says the country’s power system remains “vulnerable” but unplanned outages will reduce going into winter.  He … More

Eskom declares power emergency

Eskom has declared a power emergency, with the company saying that load shedding might take place if the need arises. … More

Eskom striving to keep lights on in South Africa

 Although the country’s power supply will remain constrained going into the winter months, the government is working with Eskom  to ensure the … More

JBay is once again part of ASP World surfing tour

The renown seaside resort of Jeffreys Bay in the Eastern Cape of South Africa is once again going to be … More

Lawyers to audit legality of fishing quotas

Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries Minister Tina Joemat-Pettersson has appointed an independent law firm to conduct an audit immediately to determine … More