DPM BIDS FAREWELL TO IMBALI WITH DISABILITIES

BY PHUMELELE GAMEDZE MBABANE — Deputy Prime Minister Thulisile Dladla has bid farewell to imbali living with disabilities ahead of Umhlanga, reaffirming Eswatini’s commitment to inclusion, dignity and equal participation in cultural traditions. The colourful farewell at the Deputy Prime Minister’s Office carried a message that reached beyond the upcoming national ceremony: people living with disabilities […]

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ESWATINI VALIDATES ECONOMIC GROWTH OUTLOOK AS GDP PROJECTIONS TAKE SHAPE

BY NOXOLO DLAMINI PIGGS PEAK – Eswatini’s economic outlook for 2026 to 2031 is under review as key stakeholders from government, the private sector and parastatals converge at Sibanesami Hotel for the Medium-Term GDP Projections 2026–2031 Validation Workshop. Hosted by the Ministry of Economic Planning and Development (MEPD), the workshop provides a platform for stakeholders […]

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SENATOR COMMITS TO CONTINUED SUPPORT OF IMBALI EVEN NEXT YEAR, URGES RESPECT BEFORE THEIR MAJESTIES

BY THEMBA ZWANE UMHLANGA DAY 1 – Senator Siphelele Mkhonta has pledged to continue supporting Imbali from Mbabane East and Mbabane West Tinkhundla, including providing emahiya for next year’s Umhlanga Cultural Ceremony. Mkhonta made the commitment during the send-off of Imbali from the two constituencies at Mangwaneni Royal Residence, where the maidens congregated before departing […]

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GCINEKILE DLADLA TURNS WASTE TO WEARABLE ART

BY NELIWE NGUBANE MBABANE – What some may dismiss as waste becomes wearable art in the hands of Gcinekile Dladla, founder and owner of Adorable Accessories, a jewellery business turning zippers, buttons, denim and fabric offcuts into fashionable, handcrafted pieces. Dladla showcased her work during the IP Runway: The Business of Fashion, Furniture & Art at the […]

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MISS HHOHHO WINNERS RECEIVE THEIR PRIZES AS SPONSORS HONOUR THEIR PROMISE

BY NOXOLO DLAMINI PIGGS PEAK – The Miss Hhohho 2026 winners have received their well-deserved prizes, with pageant sponsors fulfilling their promises and reaffirming their commitment to empowering young women while promoting Eswatini’s rich culture and heritage. The prize presentation ceremony celebrated the achievements of the Miss Hhohho 2026 Queen and her princesses, marking an […]

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BE, NAMBOARD AGREE TO FURTHER TALKS ON PROPOSED EDIBLE OIL IMPORT LEVY

BY THEMBA ZWANE MBABANE – Business Eswatini (BE) and the National Agricultural Marketing Board (NAMBOARD) have committed to a continued dialogue on the proposed 24% levy on imported edible oils, following a constructive engagement aimed at addressing industry concerns. The meeting was convened in response to NAMBOARD’s announcement of the levy, which was initially scheduled […]

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VICE-CHANCELLOR THWALA CALLS FOR URGENT INVESTMENT IN RESEARCH TO SECURE ESWATINI’S FUTURE

BY LINDELWA MYENI MBABANE – The Vice-Chancellor of the University of Eswatini (UNESWA), Professor Justice M. Thwala, has called for urgent and sustained investment in research, science, technology and innovation, saying Eswatini cannot build a secure development future while relying heavily on knowledge and solutions produced elsewhere. Thwala made the call during the Capacity Strengthening […]

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