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BY THEMBA ZWANE MBABANE– The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) Sustainable Centre will host a series of dialogues, networking opportunities and knowledge-sharing sessions during the 2026 Eswatini International Trade Fair, aimed at promoting sustainable business, innovation and green growth. UNDP Resident Representative Henrik Franklin made the announcement on Thursday during the unveiling of the UNDP […]
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BY GCWALISILE MHLABANE ZOMBODZE EMUVA– The Mpandeni community under Ngwenyameni Chiefdom in Zombodze Emuva Constituency has been empowered to strengthen the fight against sexual and gender-based violence (GBV), understand the Sexual Offences and Domestic Violence (SODVA) Act and protect children from abuse, exploitation and neglect. The empowerment was delivered through a community dialogue conducted by […]
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BY GCWALISILE MHLABANE MANZINI– At a time when environmental sustainability, youth unemployment and community development remain key priorities for Eswatini, a youth-led initiative in Manzini is demonstrating how young Emaswati can turn environmental challenges into opportunities. ECO Manzini Solutions, founded and directed by Mthobisi Comfort Msibi, is leading community-based efforts focused on waste management, recycling, […]
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BY SIPHOSETHU MABUZA MANZINI– The Eswatini Lifestyle Awards (ELA) 2026 positions itself as a platform that goes beyond recognising winners, with organiser Jumbo Khumalo seeking to create greater visibility for people, businesses and brands contributing to Eswatini’s creative and lifestyle industries. Khumalo said the idea behind ELA came from observing the number of Emaswati doing […]
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BY SIPHOSETHU MABUZA MANZINI– The NACA Awards regional circuit reaches its final stop in Manzini this Friday, with local creatives set to compete for recognition before the awards move into the national phase. The Manzini Regional Festival, scheduled for Millennium Park, follows regional festivals held in Lubombo, Shiselweni and Hhohho. The festival will bring together […]
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BY GCWALISILE MHLABANE MANZINI– Government is considering new sector-specific allowances that could provide greater support to nurses and other healthcare workers serving in rural and challenging environments, as senior officials intensify efforts to understand their working conditions. The Principal Secretary in the Ministry of Public Service, Mthunzi Shabangu, Principal Secretary in the Ministry of Health, […]
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BY PHUMZILE NDLOVU MBABANE– Theatre lovers and creatives are in for an exciting October as the October International Theatre Festival prepares to bring a major celebration of live theatre to Eswatini, including a series of free masterclasses aimed at empowering local artists and other creatives. The festival, scheduled for 1–3 October 2026, will host the […]
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BY NOXOLO DLAMINI PIGG’S PEAK- As technology continues to shape the way people communicate, learn and access information, cellphones have become increasingly common among school-going children. In Eswatini, the growing presence of mobile phones among learners raises an important question: Is it wise for school children to have cellphones? Early this year the Deputy Prime […]
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BY LINDELWA MYENI MBABANE– The EU-Eswatini Youth Sounding Board (YSB) has outlined its six-month work plans aimed at strengthening youth participation in development discussions and ensuring young people have a greater voice in decision-making processes. The plans were presented today, 19 August 2026, during an engagement between YSB members and Ms Eva Maria, Head of […]
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BY GCWALISILE MHLABANE MANZINI – The Government of the Kingdom of Eswatini, through the Ministry of Labour and Social Security, has launched an occupational safety and health investigation following a fatal accident at Bhunu Mall that claimed the life of a worker and left others injured. The accident occurred on Tuesday, August 18, 2026, when […]
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