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By Mbongeni Ndlela LOBAMBA – When the lights stay on, businesses grow and students can study without interruption. Reliable energy supports everyday life. Government is advancing 75MW of solar projects alongside a 40MW biomass facility, backed by an allocation of E1.73 billion. “These projects will significantly diversify our energy mix, reduce dependency on imported electricity […]
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BY MBONGENI NDLELA LOBAMBA- For the mother carrying her child to a clinic and the elderly citizen collecting chronic medication, accessible healthcare brings peace of mind. Government has allocated E3.24 billion to the Ministry of Health in the 2026/27 financial year. “Our goal is that no LiSwati should travel more than 8 kilometres to a […]
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BY MBONGENI NDLELA LOBAMBA – For farmers who depend on rainfall, every dry season brings uncertainty. For young people in rural areas, job opportunities can feel distant. The Mpakeni Dam project is designed to change that story. Government has allocated E1.6 billion to the dam this year alone. Once fully implemented under the broader water […]
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BY MBONGENI NDLELA LOBAMBA- In classrooms across Eswatini, children sit at wooden desks, dreaming of careers that will shape their futures. This year, those dreams are backed by the largest allocation in the national budget. Government has set aside E6.4 billion for education, representing 16.7% of total national expenditure. The Finance Minister stated that the […]
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BY MBONGENI NDLELA MBABANE – The Minister of Finance, Neal Rijkenberg, today delivered the 2026/27 National Budget Speech in Parliament, outlining a E36.9 billion spending plan focused on human development, infrastructure expansion, economic growth and social protection. According to the Ministry of Finance’s Budget at a Glance 2026/27, total government revenue and grants are projected […]
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BY MBONGENI NDLELA LOBAMBA- Every morning, small business owners lift their shutters hoping for more customers. Young graduates scroll through job listings searching for opportunity. Parents quietly pray that tomorrow will be better than today. This year’s economic figures bring encouraging news for all of them. Eswatini’s economy grew by 5.6% in 2025, with growth […]
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BY MBONGENI NDLELA LOBAMBA – Minister of Finance Neal Rijkenberg delivered a bold and forward-looking 2026–2027 National Budget Speech, outlining a transformative fiscal plan anchored on the principle of agape love, a call to action rooted in discipline, accountability and economic acceleration. Drawing a vivid picture of a rapidly shifting global landscape marked by geopolitical […]
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BY MBONGENI NDLELA MBABANE – Ahead of tomorrow’s national presentation, Minister of Finance Neal Rijkenberg and the Ministry of Finance Budget Team are putting the final touches on the 2026/27 National Budget. Behind the scenes, it has been weeks of long hours, detailed reviews and careful consideration. From scrutinising revenue projections to refining expenditure allocations, […]
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BY EPN Reporter MBABANE – The MTN Faki’Vibe promotion has officially crossed the E1 million milestone, marking a major moment in one of Eswatini’s most exciting consumer reward campaigns. To date, MTN has distributed an impressive E1 123 000 in cash prizes to 380 customers nationwide, fuelling growing anticipation as the promotion enters its final […]
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BY MBONGENI NDLELA MBABANE– The Sincephetelo Motor Vehicle Accident Fund (SMVAF) has reaffirmed its role as a lifeline for victims of road traffic accidents, ensuring that those who have lost loved ones or suffered injuries continue to receive vital financial support. Since the start of 2026, the Fund has processed and paid 529 transactions worth […]
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