Welcome to Chicken Shack News
At Chicken Shack News, we believe that informed communities are empowered communities. That’s why we’re dedicated to bringing you clear, accurate, and timely news from across Africa—straight from the heart of the continent.
What We Do
Our mission is simple: to deliver trustworthy journalism that matters. Whether it’s breaking political developments, economic shifts, cultural movements, or human-interest stories, we strive to give you the context you need to understand Africa’s dynamic landscape. We don’t just report the news—we help you make sense of it.
Topics We Cover
We focus on the stories that shape Africa’s present and future:
- Politics: Elections, governance, and policy changes across the continent
- Economy: Market trends, business innovations, and financial developments
- Culture: Arts, music, heritage, and social movements
- Current Events: Breaking news, disasters, and community responses
- In-Depth Analysis: Context-rich features that go beyond headlines
About the Creator
Chicken Shack News was founded by Elliot Forsyth, a South African journalist with over a decade of experience covering African affairs. Growing up in Cape Town, Elliot witnessed how misinformation could divide communities—and how reliable reporting could bring people together. He started this platform out of a simple belief: that Africans deserve news that’s as thoughtful and nuanced as their stories.
Why This Website Exists
Too often, African stories are filtered through foreign lenses or reduced to stereotypes. Chicken Shack News was born to change that. We’re not a foreign bureau. We’re not an echo chamber. We’re a homegrown voice, rooted in South Africa but focused on the entire continent—written by Africans, for Africans and the world that wants to understand us.
Our Values
Our work is guided by three principles:
- Accuracy: We verify every fact before publication
- Independence: We answer to our readers, not to advertisers or political agendas
- Empathy: We tell stories with dignity, never reducing people to headlines
We don’t chase clicks. We chase truth.
Contact Us
We welcome your feedback, tips, and stories. You can reach us directly at [email protected] or visit us at:
Wale Street Chambers
38 Wale Street
Cape Town, 8001
Western Cape
South Africa
Thank you for reading. Stay informed. Stay engaged.
