Edited: A fugitive, convicted Bulgarian national, wanted by Interpol for drug trafficking, concealed his identity in Cape Town for several … More
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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.
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The South African Budget overview
Budget SpeechDelivered by South African Minister of Finance, Enoch Godongwana on 25 February 2026
R2-6-million abalone seized by PE cops
Suspected abalone poachers caught with R2.6-m of abalone (click on link above to see photos) Edited by Kouga Chronicle: Three … More
Four year-old child electrocuted
The SAPS has confirmed they have opened an inquest following the unnatural death of a 4 year-old child, reported to … More
2026 State of the Nation Address – by President Cyril Ramaphosa
12 Feb 2026 Speaker of the National Assembly, Ms Thoko Didiza, Chairperson of the National Council of Provinces, Ms Refilwe … More
Woman missing after hitch-hiking to PE
Edited by Bev Mortimer: A 54 year-old Colchester woman, in the Eastern Cape of South Africa, is missing after she … More
South Africa rejoices at return of FIFA World Cup to its shores
Edited – A strong sense of pride and joy filled the Nelson Mandela Amphitheatre at the Union Buildings yesterday on … More
SA Sports Department incorrectly blamed for loss of WSL in JBay – DSAC
All public comments seeking to place the blame regarding the inability to secure the World Surf League’s Championship Tou r(CT) … More
World Economic Forum to be in SA next year
South Africa will host a Special World Economic Forum (WEF) Summit in 2027. This is according to Minister of International … More
SA to showcase economic position at Davos this week
A delegation of South African Ministers are in Switzerland to showcase the country’s economic progress, reform momentum and investment potential … More
Men rescued from burning boat at sea near PE
Yesterday just before 6 pm, 12 January, NSRI Gqeberha volunteer duty crew were activated following reports of a fishing vessel … More
JBay nanny arrested for shocking abuse & neglect of toddler
Edited by Bev Mortimer: The SAPS says a 59 year-old child minder has been arrested for alleged child neglect after … More
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