Category: International News

By Mbongeni Ndlela MBABANE – The Kingdom of Eswatini has reaffirmed its steadfast belief in diplomacy and peaceful engagement as the most effective tools for resolving international disputes. This comes in the wake of recent developments regarding the United States’ threats to impose sanctions on the Republic of South Africa. Speaking on behalf of the […]

By Alpheous Nxumalo – Government Spokesperson MBABANE – The global community finds itself at a challenging crossroad following the latest tariffs imposed by the United States Government. Experts in economics and international finance have described these measures as “harsh,” “insensitive,” “anti-development,” “punitive,” and even “retaliatory.” Among the affected nations is our neighbour, the Republic of […]

By Mbono Mdluli MBABANE – The Ministry of Commerce, Industry and Trade in Eswatini is closely monitoring the recent decision by the United States to impose a 10% tariff increase on imports from the Kingdom. According to a statement issued by the Minister of Commerce, Industry and Trade, Manqoba Khumalo, on April 3, 2025, officials […]

By Mbongeni Ndlela MBABANE – The Kingdom of Eswatini has extended heartfelt condolences to the Government and People of the Republic of South Korea following the tragic wildfires that have swept through Sancheong and surrounding counties, resulting in the loss of lives and widespread destruction. In an official statement issued by Prime Minister Russell Mmiso […]

BY MBONO MDLULI MBABANE – His Majesty King Mswati III of Eswatini has extended his congratulations to Mark Carney, the newly elected Prime Minister of Canada. The king’s message was conveyed through Prime Minister Russell Mmiso Dlamini, who expressed hope for continued peace and stability in Canada under Carney’s leadership. Dlamini emphasized the importance of […]

By Mbongeni Ndlela MBABANE – Deputy Prime Minister Thulisile Dladla has shared the country’s progress on women’s rights at the United Nations (UN) Commission on the Status of Women (CSW) Conference in New York, USA. Dladla spoke about how Eswatini has increased the number of women in leadership and Parliament, improved policies to support women’s […]

BY MBONO MDLULI MBABANE – Emaswati will soon be required to obtain a visa when travelling to the Republic of Ireland. This development will be effective from March 10, 2025. According to a statement issued by Government Spokesperson Alpheous Nxumalo, the visa will be required to Emaswati who will need to travel to Ireland and […]

By Tlalane Dlamini MBABANE – Youth and Communications Consultant, Nathi Gule, recently returned from a fruitful visit to the European Union in Belgium, where he discovered that Eswatini holds a high regard and enjoys strong, positive relations with the EU and the global community. Gule was among 14 Southern African journalists selected for a week-long […]