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BY NELIWE NGUBANE SIDVOKODVO— From spinning records behind the microphone to building a business empire beyond the entertainment industry, South African media personality and entrepreneur DJ Sbu is bringing his story of hustle, setbacks and success to Eswatini. DJ Sbu, real name Sbusiso Leope, is among the headline speakers announced for the LaunchPad Business Conference, […]
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BY NELIWE NGUBANE EZULWINI— Twenty years after helping shape the sound of Eswatini’s entertainment scene, Swazi Boy Entertainment is turning the page on another chapter with a three-day anniversary celebration that will bring music, fashion and nightlife together in Ezulwini this September. The entertainment brand will celebrate its 20th anniversary from September 24 to 26, […]
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BY NELIWE NGUBANE LOBAMBA— I arrived at the 2026 Umhlanga Reed Dance as a reporter, notebook and camera in hand, but left with something far more personal , an experience of walking, singing, dancing and living alongside thousands of maidens during one of Eswatini’s most celebrated cultural ceremonies. What began as an assignment from our […]
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BY SIBUSISEKILE NDLANGAMANDLA MANZINI– Government has started laying the groundwork to transform the Mavuso Trade and Exhibition Centre into a permanent, year-round hub for trade, commercial activity and technological innovation. Minister of Commerce, Industry and Trade Manqoba Khumalo said the move follows a directive by His Majesty King Mswati III during the official opening of […]
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BY SIBUSISEKILE NDLANGAMANDLA MANZINI– Mbabane Municipality has won the Best Overall Exhibitor award at the Eswatini International Trade Fair (EITF) 2026, after showcasing innovative solutions focused on the green economy, sustainable waste management and community empowerment. The Municipality’s exhibition stood out for its focus on turning waste into an economic opportunity while addressing gaps in […]
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BY SIPHOSETHU MABUZA MANZINI– Song, dance and traditional performance have drawn audiences to the Mavuso Trade Centre as groups compete in the ENCAC Culture Competitions at the Eswatini International Trade Fair (EITF) 2026. The programme has brought together participants from different communities and institutions, with performers taking part in categories including Lutsango, Sibhaca and Ingadla. […]
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… British monarch celebrates enduring Eswatini-UK friendship … Praises Kingdom’s commitment to environmental resilience … Looks forward to stronger Commonwealth cooperation BY MBONGENI NDLELA MBABANE– His Majesty King Charles III has extended warm congratulations to His Majesty King Mswati III and the people of Eswatini as the Kingdom celebrates its 58th Independence Day, praising the […]
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BY SIPHOSETHU MABUZA MANZINI– South African singer Aymos has described his experience at the Eswatini International Trade Fair (EITF) as one of his best performance experiences of the year after receiving a strong response from the local audience. Aymos performed at EITF 2026, where he opened his set with ‘Amabhoza’ before moving through songs including […]
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BY SIFISO NHLABATSI MBABANE– African Union Commissioner for Agriculture, Rural Development, Blue Economy and Sustainable Environment (ARBE), Moses Vilakati, has called for urgent and coordinated action to unlock Africa’s agricultural potential, saying the continent must move from commitments and ideas to actual investment and production. Vilakati said Africa had the capacity to feed itself, create […]
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BY SIFISO NHLABATSI MBABANE– MTN Eswatini Chief Executive Officer Jerry Soko has challenged the telecommunications giant to turn customer feedback gathered during the Eswatini International Trade Fair (EITF) 2026 into tangible improvements, declaring that “the real work begins” after the listening exercise. Soko made the remarks following the company’s CEO’s Chat with customers during the […]
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