Month: July 2026

BY SIPHOSETHU MABUZA MANZINI– Music, storytelling and shared experiences together through the first edition of Spring Soul Sessions, an event designed to create an intimate space for music lovers at SibaneSami Hotel. Scheduled for 5 September 2026, the event will feature live performances by Zwile and Judah, supported by DJ sets from Gifted Kosie, Teqnosoul, […]

MANZINI SET FOR A NIGHT OF WORSHIP AND PRAISE

July 30, 2026

BY SIPHOSETHU MABUZA MANZINI– Aziwi ku groove kuphela, Manzini is giving church lovers a chance to enjoy the busy weekend by bringing a gospel-filled atmosphere of worship, praise and uplifting music to the city. Worship Encounter 4 is set to take place on Saturday, 1 August 2026, at the Metropolitan Church Auditorium in Fairview, Manzini, […]

PM PAYS TRIBUTE TO OUTGOING WHO REPRESENTATIVE

By Mbongeni Ndlela MBABANE – Prime Minister Russell Mmiso Dlamini has paid glowing tribute to outgoing World Health Organization (WHO) Representative to the Kingdom of Eswatini, Dr. Susan Tembo Zimba, describing her tenure as one that helped strengthen the country’s health system and improve the well-being of thousands of emaSwati. The PM bid farewell to […]

MATSAPHA LIFESTYLE CENTRE CLEARED OF FLOOD RISK

BY SIFISO NHLABATSI MBABANE – Matsapha Lifestyle Centre has been found to be safe from significant flood risk, with an Environmental Audit concluding that the commercial complex is adequately protected against flooding even during extreme weather events. The findings are contained in the Environmental Audit and Comprehensive Mitigation Plan (CMP) prepared for HIS Investments (Pty) […]

ARE WE A FAT NATION?

… Health Minister flags obesity surge BY SIFISO NHLABATSI MBABANE – Minister of Health Mduduzi Matsebula has raised concern over the rapid increase in overweight, obesity and diet-related non-communicable diseases (NCDs) in Eswatini. The minister has warned that poor nutrition is becoming one of the country’s biggest public health threats. Speaking during the official opening […]

‘HANDSOME’ WANTS TEACHERS’ CONTRACTS EXTENDED FROM 2 TO 5 YEARS

BY SIFISO NHLABATSI LOBAMBA – Minister of Education and Training Owen Nxumalo has backed calls to extend fixed-term contracts for teachers from two years to five years while they await permanent employment, acknowledging that the current arrangement places many educators at a disadvantage. Responding to a question from Mayiwane Member of Parliament Sicelo Prince Dlamini […]

ARMY COMMANDER HONOURED WITH PRESTIGIOUS TAIWANESE MILITARY MEDAL

BY THEMBA ZWANE MBABANE- The Commander of the Umbutfo Eswatini Defence Force (UEDF), General Hulumende Mashikilisane Fakudze, has been honoured by the Taiwan Armed Forces in recognition of his outstanding leadership, dedicated service, and exceptional contribution to strengthening defence cooperation between the Kingdom of Eswatini and the Republic of China (Taiwan). General Fakudze was awarded […]

GOVERNMENT LAUNCHES PRODUCTION COTTAGES TO BOOST ESWATINI SMALL BUSINESSES GROWTH

BY SIBUSISEKILE NDLANGAMANDLA MKHIWENI– Government has reaffirmed its commitment to supporting Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) with the launch and handover of the Ingelo Certification Scheme Production Cottages at Mkhiweni Inkhundla, a project designed to help entrepreneurs produce high-quality, standards-compliant products and access formal markets. The first beneficiary of the initiative is Mgemane Chilies, […]

ZOLA 7 RETURNS TO ESWATINI THREE YEARS AFTER LAST PERFORMANCE, BRINGS NEW SINGLE TO LUJU