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

Jordy wins hard battle to take the Billabong Pro Rio

Today, 19 May 2013, Jordy Smith (ZAF), 25, won the Billabong Rio Pro in a hard-fought final over national favorite Adriano de Souza (BRA), … More

Sea Vista marchers dispersing and vacating the R330

The 200 angry Sea Vista marchers who took over the R330 this morning from 7.30 am when they marched from … More

Statues of Madiba at Union Buildings and Parliament

A statue of Nelson Mandela, South Africa’s first democratically elected President, will be mounted at the Union Buildings in Pretoria … More

Construction of SA’s Meerkat satellite dish has started

Construction of the 64-dish MeerKat satellite dishes, a precursor of the Square Kilometre Array (SKA) project, has strarted Minister of … More

ICASA to be more transparent and accountable

 Cabinet has approved the submission of the ICASA (Independent Communications Authority of South Africa) Amendment Bill to Parliament. This Amendment … More

Half price specials for Agulhas and Golden Gate Parks

South African National Parks (SANParks) is offering special 50% discounts to short notice reservations for selected accommodation at Agulhas and … More

African drumbeat dancers and Southern Kings – photos

African Drumbeat dancers performed at the nelson Mandela stadium before the rugby match beteem Southern kings and the Highlanders on … More

Beware of some valuation schemes

The valuation of Kouga properties is set to commence this month. And in the light of this, Kouga Municipality cautions … More