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BY SIFISO NHLABATSI MBABANE – The Judicial Commission of Inquiry into allegations of impropriety, maladministration and abuse of power at the Office of the Master of the High Court has drawn a clear distinction between Inkhosana and Indlalifa, warning against applying a conventional estate-distribution approach to deceased estates governed by siSwati law and custom. The […]
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BY GCWALISILE MHLABANE MANZINI – For many young people in rural Eswatini, the journey from having a business idea to building a successful enterprise often depends on access to the right resources. Increasingly, start-up capital is becoming a powerful tool in helping rural youth entrepreneurs transform their ambitions into sustainable businesses, create employment opportunities and […]
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BY THEMBA ZWANE MBABANE – Skilled workers from Eswatini are among those needed to keep South Africa’s garment manufacturing sector operating, according to a recent report carried by international news agency Reuters. The report, published on August 6, 2026, examined the difficulties facing clothing factories in Newcastle, KwaZulu-Natal, following the departure of thousands of migrant […]
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BY THEMBA ZWANE …Manzini youngsters shine as football, community and talent development take centre stage MANZINI – Tiki Taka Academy emerged as the first Build It U13 champions in Manzini after holding their nerve to defeat Manzini Wanderers 4–3 on penalties following a pulsating 2–2 draw at Zakhele Sports Ground on Saturday. The dramatic penalty […]
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BY GCWALISILE MHLABANE MANZINI – Honouring the sacrifices of freedom fighters who risked their lives in the struggle for liberation, more than 1 000 participants gathered in Manzini on August 8, 2026, for the 43 Kwamagogo Legacy Walk and Run 2026. The 15th edition of the annual event brought together runners and walkers for a […]
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BY SIPHOSETHU MABUZA MANZINI – It can trend too, traditional attires and dances, language and cultural celebrations, Eswatini’s heritage is finding a new audience in a place where trends move at the speed of a scroll social media. For a younger generation that spends much of its time on platforms such as TikTok, Instagram, Facebook […]
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BY SIPHOSETHU MABUZA MANZINI – Back then music has never been easier to access but now with a smartphone and an internet connection, listeners can stream songs from almost anywhere in the world within seconds. Yet despite the convenience of digital platforms, people continue to buy tickets, travel to venues and gather in large numbers […]
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BY NELIWE NGUBANE MBABANE – Eswatini’s music scene had another moment to celebrate as Nothando Hlophe walked away with the coveted Song of the Year award at the BASADI in Music Awards. The win marks a significant milestone for Hlophe, whose music continues to resonate with audiences and establish her as one of the voices […]
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BY SIBUSISEKILE NDLANGAMANDLA MANZINI – The Southern African Development Community (SADC) has commenced preparations towards the 46th Ordinary SADC Summit of Heads of State and Government following the convening of the Standing Committee of Senior Officials in Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa. The meeting marked the official beginning of engagements leading to the regional summit and also saw […]
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BY GCWALISILE MHLABANE MANZINI – The East, Central and Southern Africa Health Community (ECSA-HC) region is set to enhance its capacity to tackle healthcare challenges through stronger research systems, clinical innovation and evidence-based solutions following a strategic partnership aimed at transforming health outcomes across Africa. The new era of collaboration was ushered in through the signing […]
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