Chile's government on Wednesday (August 30) launched a programme to investigate what happened to more than 1,000 people who disappeared during the dictatorship of Augusto Pinochet.

Chile: Govt starts investigating disappearances during Pinochet's regime

A retired general in Chile killed himself on Tuesday (August 29) before his conviction for 1973 murder of beloved folk singer Victor Jara, said the attorney general's office.

Chilean general, to be jailed for 1973 murder of folk singer Victor Jara, kills himself 

Voters in Chile have rejected a proposed new constitution to replace the 1980 document that was adopted during general Augusto Pinochet's dictatorship. 62% voters rejected the proposal while only 38% voted in its favour.

Chile says 'no' to new constitution; 62% voters reject new text

What's in Chile's proposed new constitution?

Chile has embarked on a new path to shed the legacy of former dictator Augusto Pinochet. Over the next two years, the country will write a new constitution and scrap dictatorship. WION's Palki Sharma tells you more.

Gravitas: Chile votes for a democratic constitution

Chile has announced it will move to draft a new constitution and replace one dating back to the Augusto Pinochet dictatorship, a key demand of protesters who have rocked the country for three weeks.

Chile to amend constitution, a key demand of protesters

Constitutional conundrum: Why Chileans are demanding to change their constitution?

Tense scenes in the Chilean capital of Santiago on Sunday (September 8) as police used tear gas on protesters at an event commemorating the victims of the dictatorship of Augusto Pinochet.

Chile: Peaceful march turns violent

Pinera, who was president from 2010-2014, has promised to stimulate growth and create jobs.

Sebastian Pinera sworn-in as Chile president

The apology came in the form of a private religious ceremony at the Punta Peuco prison

Pinochet agents apologise for Chile crimes

Chile's pension fund system has left the 10 million Chileans enrolled in it with extremely low retirement benefits, opponents say

Mass march against Chile's private pension system