Month: June 2026

Committee seeks stronger oversight following E3.4 million tuition dispute BY MBONO MDLULI LOBAMBA – The Public Accounts Committee (PAC) has welcomed steps being taken to improve accountability and transparency in tertiary education financing following a dispute involving more than E3.4 million in tuition fees at the Southern African Nazarene University (SANU). The matter emerged from […]

Programme offers regional exposure and professional experience in Botswana and Zambia BY MBONO MDLULI MBABANE – Young emaSwati graduates and professionals have been encouraged to seize an opportunity to gain valuable regional experience through a paid internship programme being offered by the Southern African Development Community (SADC). The Ministry of Economic Planning and Development’s SADC […]

BY MFANUFIKILE KHATHWANE LOBAMBA– Eswatini has taken a significant step towards strengthening its aviation industry after the Senate unanimously adopted the Civil Aviation (Approved Training Organisations) Regulations, 2024, legislation expected to improve aviation safety, enhance skills development and pave the way for the country’s first dedicated air traffic training school. The landmark regulations were approved […]

… Govt strengthens coordination on border management, migration and support for citizens abroad BY MBONGENI NDLELA MBABANE– As concerns grow over migration, border management and the welfare of emaSwati living outside the country’s borders, Government has intensified efforts to ensure a coordinated national response through the Border Determination Special Committee. The committee, chaired by Prince […]

BY GCWALISILE MHLABANE MBABANE– Efforts to build healthier, more productive and empowering workplaces in Eswatini are set to gain renewed momentum as the Empowered Workplace Indaba returns for its second edition on October 30, 2026. The national platform is expected to bring together leaders, professionals and policymakers committed to fostering positive workplace cultures that enhance […]

BY MBONGENI NDLELA MBABANE– The Government of Eswatini has moved to reassure thousands of emaSwati living, working, studying and travelling in South Africa, urging them to remain in close contact with the country’s diplomatic missions amid growing concerns around immigration enforcement and the welfare of foreign nationals in the neighbouring country. In a statement issued […]

BY NELIWE NGUBANE (INTERN) MANZINI– MTN Eswatini is taking healthcare into the digital age through the NotsA Health App, an innovative platform designed to put essential health information and support directly into the hands of emaSwati. The telecommunications giant showcased the digital health tool during its 21 Days of Y’ello Care activation held at King […]