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Emaswati living under the poverty line amounted to 79.30% a decade ago BY THEMBA ZWANE MBABANE – The Kingdom of Eswatini’s continued efforts to eradicate poverty has seen the country attain a 27.3% reduction in the past decade. Eswatini poverty rate for 2016 was at 79.30%, a 8.8% decline from 2009. Poverty rate for 2009 […]
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BY MBONO MDLULI MBABANE– Government’s intensified campaign against corruption within the Ministry of Home Affairs is being applauded for promoting accountability, but lawmakers have warned that the exercise must also safeguard the mental wellbeing of employees caught up in investigations. The issue came under the spotlight on Tuesday, May 26, 2026, when the Ministry appeared […]
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BY SIPHOSETHU MABUZA (INTERN) MANZINI– Sancheziey is prepares to deliver a vibrant celebration of Swazi culture, music and unity during Karaoke Night at IF’s Lounge on the 27th of May 2026.. Known for blending traditional Swazi rhythms with energetic live performances, Sancheziey says the upcoming event will be more than just entertainment. The artist aims […]
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…Home Affairs Ministry targets corruption at Nhlangano centre BY MBONO MDLULI LOBAMBA– The Ministry of Home Affairs has vowed to intensify its fight against corruption following revelations of employees linked to alleged “Facata scams” are expected to face disciplinary action. The matter emerged on Tuesday, 26 May 2026, when the Ministry appeared before the Public […]
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BY TANDZILE DLAMINI HHELEHHELE— Volare Consultancy successfully hosted the first edition of The Journey, a wellness event held on Saturday over the weekend at Mbalazi Farm in Hhelehhele, bringing together guests for a memorable day of reflection, healing, connection and personal growth. The event created a calm and engaging atmosphere where attendees had the opportunity […]
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BY TANDZILE DLAMINI MBABANE – Africa must urgently shift from exporting raw materials to selling ideas, innovation and technology if it is to achieve meaningful economic transformation, Kenya has said, calling for stronger South South cooperation between African nations. This was the central message from Kenya’s Deputy High Commissioner Ambassador Sunya Morongei Orre during a […]
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BY GCWALISILE MHLABANE EZULWINI– In a bold and forward-looking step aimed at strengthening the credibility and transformation of Eswatini’s education assessment system, the Examinations Council of Eswatini (ECESWA) has launched its Five-Year Strategic Plan (2026–2031), a learner-centred roadmap designed to enhance efficiency, accountability and measurable impact across the national examinations system. With a clear vision […]
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Emaswati Urged to Submit Declarations Before Travelling New SARS Rules Apply at All South African Entry Points Passport, Travel and Goods Details Required Online Failure to Declare Could Result in Customs Penalties Motorists, tourists and business travellers urged to complete online declarations before crossing the border BY MBONGENI NDLELA MBABANE – Thousands of Emaswati travelling […]
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BY TANDZILE DLAMINI MBABANE— Thousands of emaSwati are heading toward retirement without enough savings to maintain their lifestyles after leaving employment, a growing crisis that prompted Old Mutual to convene industry leaders, employers, trustees and retirement fund experts on Tuesday to confront what many described as a looming financial emergency. Speaking during the 2026 Thought […]
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BY MBONGENI NDLELA LOBAMBA – The Parliamentary Public Accounts Committee (PAC) has given the Ministry of Home Affairs 30 days to provide a comprehensive explanation regarding an irregular payment of E539 378.83 made to freight company Inter-Freight Pty Ltd, while also urging the Eswatini Royal Police Service to investigate the matter further. The directive was […]
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