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BY GCWALISILE MHLABANE MALKERNS – The stage is set, the countdown has begun, and the vibes are about to reach new heights as Afro Pop sensation Blaq Diamond gears up to headline this year’s Standard Bank Luju Food & Lifestyle Festival, happening August 1–2, 2025, at the iconic House On Fire in Malkerns. Known for […]
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BY NOSIPHO MABUZA EZULWINI – An intoxicating blend of romance, fire-grilled flavour and chart-topping sing-alongs. This is what you, as a fun lover, should expect at Mdzimba View in Ezulwini. Prepare for a night of pure musical magic as The Love Affair, headlined by South African’s Russell Zuma and Mhaw Keys, takes over Mdzimba View […]
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BY NOSIPHO MABUZA MANZINI – Two days, one dance floor, and infinite vibes. Eswatini’s nightlife is about to experience a much-needed revival as Yoruba Lounge teams up with SwaziRoots Entertainment to present an electrifying two-day musical experience at The George Hotel, Manzini, on Friday, July 25 and Saturday, July 26. With free entry on both […]
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BY NOSIPHO MABUZA MANZINI – A thumbs up from Thakzin for being the most aspiring Afro House producers would be a dream. For Le Kronik, it’s now a career-defining reality. The Eswatini-based producer, real name Sonkhe Hlophe, recently caught the attention of South African DJ and Afro House powerhouse Thakzin, who gave his latest track […]
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BY NOSIPHO MABUZA MANZINI – “Dali bayekele bakushuthe shuthe, Ng’bonile ba busy baku posta post, Inkinga beba busy baku foster…” These unforgettable bars from the song Badede have exploded across social media platforms, particularly TikTok, where they’ve soundtracked thousands of reels, lip-syncs, and emotional tributes. But behind the viral moment is a deeply personal story […]
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BY MFANUFIKILE KHATHWANE MBABANE – The United Nations has celebrated Nelson Mandela International Day by recognizing two outstanding individuals who are carrying forward Madiba’s powerful legacy of justice, equality, and service to humanity. Speaking at the UN’s 80th anniversary, Secretary-General António Guterres announced Ms. Brenda Reynolds of Canada and Mr. Kennedy Odede of Kenya as […]
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BY MFANUFIKILE KHATHWANE EZULWINI – The Ezulwini community gathered for a powerful mid-year prayer session held on July 20, 2025 at the Ezulwini Umphakatsi under the theme “The Nation Must Put Their Trust in God at All Times.” The event, which is one of three annual sessions hosted by the community at the beginning, middle, […]
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MPs demand clarity on Eswatini-USA inmate agreement BY MBONO MDLULI LOBAMBA – Prime Minister Russell Mmiso Dlamini has been commended for showing leadership by directly addressing the nation on the sensitive issue of deported inmates arriving in Eswatini from the United States. The commendation came from veteran lawmaker Marwick Khumalo, Member of Parliament for Lobamba […]
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New Assessment Enhances Communication; Site Visit Confirms Major Health Infrastructure Milestone BY MBONO MDLULI LOBAMBA – The Eswatini Country Coordinating Mechanism (CCM) has taken significant strides in strengthening inclusive stakeholder engagement and reinforcing its oversight function in the implementation of Global Fund-supported health interventions. According to a preamble tabled by Prime Minister Russell Dlamini on […]
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Inaugural HIV Prevention Indaba to Tackle Rising Teen Infections BY MBONO MDLULI MBABANE – The National Emergency Response Council on HIV/AIDS (NERCHA) has ramped up its advocacy and prevention efforts across the country, with renewed focus on strengthening local coordination and addressing the root causes of rising HIV infections, particularly among adolescent girls. During the […]
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