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BY SIBUSISEKILE NDLANGAMANDLA MANZINI– Eswatini is strengthening efforts to improve the governance and management of its forest resources through the launch of the ForestLEX+ country process. The ForestLEX+ Capacity Development and Legislative Mapping Workshop was held at The George Hotel in Manzini on 10 August 2026, with the Minister of Tourism and Environmental Affairs represented […]
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BY NELIWE NGUBANE SIDVOKODVO – Local entertainment is set to take centre stage at the upcoming Swazi Rally 2026, with organisers unveiling the first wave of Eswatini talent billed to bring music, energy and excitement to the three-day event. The announcement, made through the Swazi Rally’s social media platforms, revealed a Phase One line-up under […]
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BY NELIWE NGUBANE MBABANE – Fast-rising Afro-fusion artist MCO Jamrock is turning viral fame into a serious musical statement with his upcoming seven-track EP, Indvodza Imali, while veteran musician Ziyawa ka Zitha has urged him and other emerging artists to let their craft grow before rushing to release music. MCO Jamrock, whose real name is Christian […]
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BY GCWALISILE MHLABANE MANZINI– The rising popularity of online gambling, particularly among young people, is becoming a growing public health concern in Eswatini, with the Ministry of Health warning that gambling-related stress, sleep deprivation and mental health challenges can worsen the risk factors associated with non-communicable diseases (NCDs). Health Promotion Officer in the Ministry’s Non-Communicable […]
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BY SIPHOSETHU MABUZA MANZINI – The Shiselweni Region’s creative scene took centre stage on Saturday as artists, performers and cultural groups competed for recognition at the NACA Regional Festival held during Shiselweni Day. The festival, hosted at King Sobhuza II Memorial Stadium, gave NACA nominees an opportunity to perform before an audience before the regional […]
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BY NELIWE NGUBANE MALAGWANE– Mandisa Mamba has made it clear that social media criticism will not dictate how she expresses herself, following a controversial Luju Festival performance that sparked a heated online debate. The R&B singer stood firmly behind her artistic identity on Saturday when she took to the stage at Farm 443, where she […]
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BY PHUMELELE GAMEDZE MBABANE – As many family businesses struggle to survive beyond their founders, Eswatini’s third Family Business Summit will challenge owners to build enterprises strong enough to carry their families, employees and communities into future generations. Hosted by REDI on September 24, 2026, at Happy Valley Hotel & Casino, the summit will focus […]
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BY SIPHOSETHU MABUZA MANZINI – The Shiselweni Region turned into a busy cultural hub on Saturday, 8 August, as artists, cultural groups and community leaders gathered for Shiselweni Day, bringing performances, competitions and a colourful march to the region. The programme began with a march through Nhlangano towards King Sobhuza Memorial Stadium, with Eswatini National […]
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BY SIPHOSETHU MABUZA MANZINI— A career dedicated to shaping Eswatini’s choral music scene received recognition on Saturday when Bokamoso Arts Institute honoured seasoned choral leader and advocate Dr Hugh Magagula during its Lost In Music Concert at Esibayeni Lodge. Magagula’s recognition placed the spotlight on a figure whose work has extended beyond the conductor’s podium […]
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BY SIPHOSETHU MABUZA MANZINI – The long-awaited Lost In Music Concert brought an evening of live music, classical performance and warmth to Sibayeni Lodge on Saturday, with the Bokamoso Art Institute taking audiences through a programme that celebrated both established and emerging musical talent. The concert opened on a high note with the stage under the […]
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