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Luphahla demands clinical finish in Eswatini
Simba Bhora coach Joel Luphahla SIMBA Bhora coach Joel Luphahla has issued a stern challenge to his squad, calling for them to be more clinical in front of goal as they prepare for the decisive second leg of their preliminary-round Caf Champions...

New renewable company rises in South Africa’s energy mix
The South African energy scene is changing new renewable energy companies launch to help address the region’s just energy transition. Another new company is Anthem, following the transaction signatures between AIIM’s IDEAS Fund, the Mahlako Energy...

President of Turkmenistan met with the King of Eswatini
President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov met with King Mswati III of Eswatini in New York ahead of the official opening of the United Nations General Assembly. During the meeting, King Mswati III praised the organization of the Third UN...
Parliament Deputy Speaker PAC Chairman Madala Mhlanga says SwaziPharm Director Kareem Ashraff not telling the truth, was given an opportunity to clarify drugs shortage multibillion looting allegations.
By Zweli Martin Dlamini MBABANE:Madala Bongnkhosi Mhlanga, the Deputy Speaker in the House of Assembly and Chairperson of Public Accounts Committee(PAC) says, SwaziPharm Director Kareem Ashraff and his companies were given an opportunity to appear...
Africa’s embrace of ‘Positive Masculinity’ is saving lives in five unique ways
by UN Regional Gender Advisers for Eastern and Southern Africa: Gaia Chiti Strigelli, UNICEF; Tapiwa Uchizi Nyasulu, UNFPA and Cynthia Amanda Lungu, UNAIDS. The concept of ‘Positive Masculinity’ is on the rise in Africa, driving media debates,...

Jamaican man deported to Eswatini repatriated, says Johnson Smith
A photo of the Jamaican deported to Eswatini Monday (Phhoto: TriciaOhio X Formerly Twitter) KINGSTON, Jamaica — Minister of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade Kamina Johnson Smith says Orville Etoria, a Jamaican man who was deported from the United...

Jamaican Immigrant Deported To Eswatini Quietly Returned To Jamaica
News Americas, KINGSTON, Jamaica, Tues. Sept. 23, 2025: Jamaican national Orville Etoria was deported to Eswatini by the Donald Trump administration. This week, Jamaica’s Minister of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade, Senator Kamina Johnson Smith...

Cuba and Eswatini celebrate 30th anniversary of diplomatic relations
“Cuba has contributed to the training of dozens of young Swazis in various sectors, and there is a willingness to continue expanding and diversifying bilateral ties and collaboration,” the Foreign Ministry stated on the social network X. Since the...

Auditor General flags E3.3bn in ICC/FISH financial irregularities
Reading Time: 2 minutesThe Auditor General (AG) has uncovered financial irregularities amounting to over E3.3 billion in the International Convention Centre and Five-Star Hotel (ICC-FISH) project. The compliance audit report for the financial...

KwaZulu-Natal captures billions in tourism market share
KwaZulu-Natal has proven its mettle as an ideal tourist destination, attracting billions of rand in foreign and domestic spend for its tourism coffers. The region, with its natural splendours and array of tourist attractions, has garnered R1.5...

Cape Verde qualify for FIFA World Cup; here’s list of 5 smallest countries in WC history
Cape Verde on Monday (October 13) became the second smallest country by population to qualify for the FIFA World Cup 2026 in the US, Mexico and Canada. The archipelago of volcanic islands off the western coast of Africa defeated Eswatini 3-0 in...

AM Consultancy streamlines Radisson Hotel Group accounting with Peresoft Cashbook
AM Consultancy has supported the Radisson Hotel Group for the past six years. Eswatini-based ERP, payroll and accounting software solutions specialist AM Consultancy (AMCon) has streamlined cash management for the Radisson Hotel Group by...

After shutdown for Asantehemaa’s funeral: Economic activities bounce back in Kumasi
Commercial and economic activities within the Kumasi metropolis resumed yesterday following the interment of the Asantehemaa, Nana Konadu Yiadom III. Ahead of the Asantehemaa's burial last Thursday, Manhyia Palace ordered the closure of shops,...

SARS seizes MaMkhize’s millions: From Lamborghinis to Louis Vuitton
Cape Town – Businesswoman Shauwn “MaMkhize” Mkhize’s assets are being auctioned by the South African Revenue Service (SARS) due to her owing roughly R40 million in taxes. According to The Citizen, the first round of auctions included a 2022...
OPINION:Central Medical Stores(CMS) not a human being Mr SwaziPharm Director Kareem Ashraff, show us the multibillion delivered drugs people are dying in public hospitals.
By Zweli Martin Dlamini While working for one of the local newspapers a few years, I once interviewed Majozi Sithole, the then Governor of the Central Bank of Eswatini(CBE) and former Minister of Finance, he said once they steal billions of public...

15 things to know about Cape Verde
Citizens of Cape Verde, a small island nation in West Africa, are beaming with pride following their historic qualification for the 2026 World Cup after an intense match with Eswatini on Monday. Beyond this, the West African nation is prominent...
“I don’t protect corrupt thieves stay away from me,” Prime Minister Russell Mmiso Dlamini tells SwaziPharm Director Kareem Ashraff who is facing arrest on multibillion drugs shortage crisis.
By Zweli Martin Dlamini MBABANE:Prime Minister Russell Mmiso Dlamini allegedly refused to protect Kareem Ashraff, the SwaziPharm Director who is facing arrest for allegedly stealing billions of public funds resulting in the shortage of drugs in...

MPs Pass Companies Bill to Ensure Accountability and Prevent Scandals
Eswatini Parliament passes Companies Bill 2024, requiring resident directors for firms to prevent scandals like Ecsponent and improve ease of doing business. Reading Time: 2 minutesMEMBERS of Parliament (MPs) have passed the Companies Bill 2024,...


Weekend Thrills Across Eswatini: Parties, Networking, and Adrenaline Action
Reading Time: 2 minutesThe kingdom is buzzing with excitement this weekend, offering something for every vibe seeker, whether you’re chasing high-energy beats, soulful sounds, powerful networking, or adrenaline-fueled action. Eswatini Bank Fetch...