Month: August 2026

ECSA-HC, UNESWA FORGE PARTNERSHIP TO ADVANCE HEALTH RESEARCH AND REGIONAL COLLABORATION

Dennis Charnley

BY SIBUSISEKILE NDLANGAMANDLA MANZINI – The East, Central and Southern Africa Health Community (ECSA-HC) and the University of Eswatini (UNESWA) have strengthened regional collaboration in health research, training and knowledge exchange through the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU). The agreement was signed during the ongoing 16th Best Practices Forum and 32nd Directors Joint Consultative Committee (DJCC) […]

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CIVIL SOCIETY HAILED AS KEY TO ESWATINI’S CLIMATE RESILIENCE

Dennis Charnley

BY LINDELWA MYENI EZULWINI – Civil society organisations have been identified as critical drivers of community-led climate adaptation, with stakeholders saying their close relationship with local communities positions them to lead Eswatini’s response to climate change. This emerged during the launch of the Participatory Adaptation for Climate Equity (PACE) Project yesterday afternoon, where speakers emphasised that […]

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KING MSWATI III INSPIRES SANCHEZIEY’S ‘UMNTFWANA WELIVE’ALBUM

Dennis Charnley

BY NELIWE NGUBANE MBABANE – Award-winning Eswatini artist Sancheziey has revealed that his newly released nine-track album, uMntfwana weLive, is a heartfelt tribute to His Majesty King Mswati III, honouring the monarch’s 40th year on the throne while celebrating the Kingdom’s rich cultural heritage and reminding young people of their identity, purpose and responsibility. The musician shared […]

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CULTURE TAKES CENTRE STAGE AT NTFONJENI FOOTBRIDGE HANDOVER

Dennis Charnley

BY NOXOLO DLAMINI NTFONJENI –The handover ceremony of the Lokhwishi Suspension Footbridge at Ntfonjeni Constituency in the Hhohho Region was not only a celebration of development but also a vibrant showcase of Eswatini’s rich cultural heritage, with traditional performances adding colour and excitement to the event. The ceremony featured captivating cultural activities, including Sibhaca, Ummiso […]

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HEALTH WORKER URGES COUPLES TO PRIORITISE MENTAL HEALTH IN RELATIONSHIPS

Dennis Charnley

BY NOXOLO DLAMINI MBABANE –Health Worker Sdumo Lukhele has urged couples to take mental health seriously in their relationships, stressing that emotional well-being plays an important role in building healthy, supportive and lasting partnerships. Speaking during an interview on Eswatini TV’s Kusile Breakfast Show, Lukhele highlighted the importance of open communication, emotional support and understanding […]

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MINISTER UNVEILS LANDMARK SUPERSPORT BROADCAST FOR KING’S CUP 2026

Dennis Charnley

BY THEMBA ZWANE EZULWINI – The 2026 King’s Cup Golf Tournament has reached a historic milestone after the Minister of Tourism and Environmental Affairs, Jane Mkhonta, announced that this year’s edition will be broadcast on SuperSport, giving the prestigious event unprecedented international exposure. Speaking during the official launch of the 2026 King’s Cup Golf Tournament […]

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KING’S CUP PRIZE PACKAGE HITS E1.035 MILLION 

Dennis Charnley

BY THEMBA ZWANE EZULWINI – The 2026 King’s Cup Golf Tournament will offer a record E1.035 million in prize money and performance incentives after the Government unveiled the richest rewards package in the tournament’s history during Friday’s official launch. Minister of Tourism and Environmental Affairs Jane Mkhonta announced the historic prize structure, saying it reflects […]

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LOKHWISHI SUSPENSION FOOTBRIDGE HANDOVER BRINGS NEW HOPE TO NTFONJENI COMMUNITY

Dennis Charnley

By Noxolo Dlamini NTFONJENI – The Lokhwishi Suspension Footbridge has officially been handed over to the community of Ntfonjeni Inkhundla in the Hhohho Region, marking a significant milestone in improving safe access and connectivity for residents. The footbridge was constructed through a partnership involving the Microprojects Programme and Engineers in Action, with the support of […]

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E16.7M CLIMATE PROJECT PUTS COMMUNITIES IN CHARGE

Dennis Charnley

BY LINDELWA MYENI EZULWINI – Communities across Eswatini are set to take a more active role in protecting their livelihoods, food security and natural resources against the growing effects of climate change following the launch of an approximately E16.74 million community-led climate resilience project. Minister of Tourism and Environmental Affairs Jane Mkhonta yesterday afternoon officially launched […]

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