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BY MFANUFIKILE KHATHWANE MBABANE– Africa growing debt burden has prompted Eswatini to call for a review of the rules governing how African countries borrow money, warning that the continent’s development will remain slow if the current lending system is not reformed. Minister of Finance Neal Rijkenberg made the call during a conference of African countries […]
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BY GCWALISILE MHLABANE MANZINI – Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) are set to benefit from more flexible lending, improved merchant services and stronger engagement as FNB Eswatini moves to enhance its support for entrepreneurs and respond to their evolving business needs. FNB Eswatini CEO Thokozani ‘TK’ Dlamini says the bank is committed to enhancing its […]
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BY SIPHOSETHU MABUZA PIGG’S PEAK – The upcoming Miss Hhohho Beauty Pageant 2026 is expected to bring together fashion, culture and entertainment while giving young women a platform to showcase their talent, confidence and ambitions. Set for Saturday, 1 August, at Pigg’s Peak Hotel, the pageant will see contestants take to the stage as they compete for the […]
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BY SIPHOSETHU MABUZA MANZINI– South African Maskandi star Big Zulu is set to headline the Ummemo Cultural Event After Party at Siphocosini Ndlunkhulu on 1 August 2026, leading a line-up that will bring together local artists, music and cultural celebration. The event is scheduled to start at 7pm and continue until late, with performances expected […]
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BY SIPHOSETHU MABUZA MANZINI – Young people in Manzini will have an opportunity to strengthen their digital and entrepreneurial skills through the MTN Skills Academy, an initiative launched in partnership with the Municipal Council of Manzini to prepare youth for the evolving job market. The programme, which aligns with International Youth Day 2026, is aimed at […]
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BY NOXOLO DLAMINI BUHLENI- Fresh from being crowned Miss Mayiwane, Sobahle Alicia Ndwandwe is embracing her new role with humility, determination and a strong commitment to making a meaningful difference in her community. The 22-year-old from Buhleni Matfuntini describes herself as a grounded, confident and compassionate young woman who was raised in a family that […]
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BY PHUMELELE GAMEDZE MBABANE – Hundreds of emaSwati could soon secure meaningful employment as a major E50 million private sector investment gathers momentum, bringing with it 550 new jobs, fresh business opportunities and renewed confidence in Eswatini’s growing industrial sector. For many job seekers, the development by Lituba Investments (Pty) Ltd represents far more than […]
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BY MFANUFIKILE KHATHWANE LOBAMBA – Some Members of Parliament (MPs), including Cabinet ministers, have still not declared their assets and liabilities as required by law, prompting Speaker of the House of Assembly Hon. Jabulani Mabuza to remind lawmakers that they should lead by example. The Speaker made the remarks before the commencement of the House of […]
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BY SIFISO NHLABATSI EZULWINI – Education experts have called for urgent policy and funding reforms after the 2025 National Education Performance Report (NEPR) revealed that 1 400 learners dropped out of secondary school due to pregnancy. This has made pregnancy the second leading cause of school attrition after absconding. The report, presented on Tuesday by […]
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BY NELIWE NGUBANE MALKERNS – The countdown to the Standard Bank Luju Food & Lifestyle Festival has officially entered its final stretch after organisers released the much-anticipated performance schedule, giving festivalgoers a glimpse of where and when their favourite artists, chefs and creatives will take centre stage. Under this year’s theme, “A Return to the […]
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