AGRIPRENEURS ADVISED TO BUILD BUSINESS SKILLS BEFORE SEEKING FUNDING

BY GCWALISILE MHLABANE MANZINI- Young people interested in agriculture have been advised to first build strong business skills, conduct market research and develop viable business plans before seeking financial support for their enterprises. The advice comes as efforts to strengthen youth participation in agribusiness continue, with a growing emphasis on preparing aspiring entrepreneurs to approach […]

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BUILDING BETTER PUBLIC SERVANTS: EIMPA TRANSFORMATION SET TO RAISE THE BAR FOR GOVERNMENT SERVICE

BY  PHUMELELE GAMEDZE MBABANE – The future of public service in Eswatini could soon be defined by stronger leadership, greater accountability and a culture of excellence as Government pushes ahead with plans to transform the Eswatini Institute of Management and Public Administration (EIMPA) into the Eswatini National School of Governance. The renewed commitment was reaffirmed on […]

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EIMPA STAFF URGED TO EMBRACE TRANSFORMATION INTO NATIONAL SCHOOL OF GOVERNANCE

By Sifiso Nhlabatsi MBABANE – Principal Secretary in the Ministry of Public Service, Mthunzi Shabangu, has urged staff at the Eswatini Institute of Management and Public Administration to embrace ongoing transformation processes aimed at strengthening the country’s public service training architecture. Shabangu made the call during a familiarisation visit to the institution, where he engaged […]

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DR TUMI RETURNS TO ESWATINI, CALLS THE KINGDOM ‘HOME’ IN AN UNFORGETTABLE NIGHT OF WORSHIP

BY NELIWE NGUBANE MBABANE– Six years after his last performance in the Kingdom, celebrated South African gospel artist Dr Tumi made a triumphant return to Eswatini, delivering a powerful night of worship that united thousands of believers at Mbabane Alliance Church. Long before the programme began, worshippers streamed into the venue with eager anticipation, creating […]

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ESWATINI GOSPEL MUSIC ASSOCIATION CHAMPIONS ARTISTS’ WELFARE, SAYS PRESIDENT FAKAZI SAMUEL

BY NELIWE NGUBANE MBABANE– Eswatini Gospel Music Association (EGMA) President Fakazi Samuel used the Dr Tumi Live Experience platform to shine a spotlight on the organisation’s mission, highlighting how it continues to empower gospel artists and strengthen the creative industry in the Kingdom. Addressing the congregation before the headline performance, Samuel explained that the association […]

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GOVT PRIORITISES LOCAL CONTRACTORS IN INFRASTRUCTURE DRIVE

By Sifiso Nhlabatsi MBABANE – Government has reaffirmed its commitment to ensuring that local contractors and built environment professionals take centre stage in the country’s infrastructure development, with the Ministry of Public Works and Transport declaring that the participation of Swati companies in public sector projects remains a key policy priority. Speaking at the Construction […]

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SEDCO CALLS FOR INCREASED YOUTH PARTICIPATION IN ENTREPRENEUR OF THE YEAR AWARDS 2026

BY GCWALISILE MHLABANE SHISELWENI— The Small Enterprises Development Company (Small Enterprises Development Company (SEDCO)) has called for increased participation of young people and women in the upcoming Entrepreneur of the Year Awards 2026, describing the platform as a critical gateway for entrepreneurs to showcase innovation, scale up their businesses, and gain national recognition. The call […]

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SEDCO CALLS FOR INCREASED YOUTH PARTICIPATION IN ENTREPRENEUR OF THE YEAR AWARDS 2026

BY GCWALISILE MHLABANE SHISELWENI— The Small Enterprises Development Company (Small Enterprises Development Company (SEDCO)) has called for increased participation of young people and women in the upcoming Entrepreneur of the Year Awards 2026, describing the platform as a critical gateway for entrepreneurs to showcase innovation, scale up their businesses, and gain national recognition. The call […]

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