By Nosihle Shelembe – Edited: The African Export–Import Bank (Afreximbank) has unlocked a US$8 billion commitment to drive industrial growth, … More
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.
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Chinese boats stopped from entering SA waters illegally
Breaking! The South African Department of Fisheries and Forestry and the Environment (DFFE) and the SAPS tactical teams stopped four … More
South Africa suststained economic growth again – SA Govt
Edited: Latest data released by Statistics South Africa show the country’s economy grew by 1.1% in 2025, with Gross Domestic … More
South African President honours Rev Jesse Jackson
President Cyril Ramaphosa paid an emotional tribute at the funeral yesterday, 7 March, to civil rights leader, Reverend Dr. Jesse … More
DFFE upholds small-scale fishing cooperatives’ appeals
The South African Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment (DFFE) has upheld appeals submitted by small-scale fishing cooperatives in … More
Bulgarian criminal worked incognito as a CT gym instructor
Edited: A fugitive, convicted Bulgarian national, wanted by Interpol for drug trafficking, concealed his identity in Cape Town for several … More
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
