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…fertility rate falls from six to 3.2 children per woman BY LINDELWA MYENI EZULWINI –Eswatini’s population has almost doubled over the past 40 years, rising from 681 059 people in 1986 to 1 232 154, in a major demographic shift that is reshaping the country’s development needs and priorities. The figures were highlighted by Principal […]
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BY THEMBA ZWANE SIPHOCOSINI– Siphocosini United has received a major boost after mobile money platform Instacash presented the club with a brand-new premium Joma Sportswear kit as part of the company’s continued commitment to grassroots football development. The handover, led by Instacash Managing Director Mandla ‘Cheeks’ Nxumalo, brought together football stakeholders and community representatives in […]
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BY LINDELWA MYENI MBABANE– Hhohho Regional Administrator HRH Princess Tsandzile has officially opened the E340 000 Mncweba Dip Tank at Zandondo, calling on farmers to take ownership of the facility and protect the investment for future generations. The dip tank, funded through a E310 000 investment from Microprojects and a E30 000 contribution from the […]
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BY NOXOLO DLAMINI PIGG’S PEAK — Sports activities at Killarney Sports Ground have been temporarily suspended throughout August 2026 as the Pigg’s Peak Town Council undertakes essential maintenance work aimed at improving the quality and longevity of the facility. According to a public notice issued by the Pigg’s Peak Town Council, the closure affects residents, […]
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BY NOXOLO DLAMINI BUHLENI – For Sanele “King G” Vilakati, the release of “Gijimani Nitsi Nkwe” is more than another addition to his growing catalogue. It represents a dream that became reality when he got the opportunity to perform the song in front of His Majesty King Mswati III during the King’s tour. The artist, […]
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BY SIFISO NHLABATSI LOBAMBA – Prime Minister Russell Mmiso Dlamini has described allegations surrounding The Luke Commission (TLC) as shocking (ashacisa lugogo). The Prime Minister told Senators that Government is working to establish the truth behind claims involving patient treatment, staff conditions, medication and the use of public funds. The Prime Minister made the remarks […]
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BY NELIWE NGUBANE MBABANE-At just seven years old, Uviwe Kunene is already learning that sometimes the most powerful stories begin with the experiences closest to home. A Grade 4 learner, Uviwe recently walked away with the Grand Author Award at the Nyangu Young Authors Competition after writing a story inspired by her experience of being […]
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more than 500 submissions exposed literacy gaps while revealing the creativity of Eswatini’s young storytellers calls for creative approaches to literacy after reviewing hundreds of children’s stories BY NELIWE NGUBANE MBABANE – More than 500 stories have done more than fill pages — they have opened a window into how Eswatini’s children think, imagine and […]
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BY SIBUSISEKILE NDLANGAMANDLA MANZINI– For Ligcabho Lakhe Founder and Director Mbali Dlamini, empowering women begins with ensuring that they have the knowledge, resources and confidence to participate fully in society. Dlamini founded Ligcabho Lakhe out of frustration with the way menstruation is often treated as something that should be hidden instead of being recognised as […]
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BY SIBUSISEKILE NDLANGAMANDLA MBABANE – Eswatini is participating in the meeting of the Southern African Development Community (SADC) Council of Ministers, currently underway in Durban, South Africa, as the region advances efforts to strengthen regional integration, economic resilience and sustainable development. The meeting marks the formal assumption by the Republic of South Africa of the Chairship […]
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