Category: News

BY GCWALISILE MHLABANE MANZINI — His Majesty King Mswati III has hailed the energy, enthusiasm and love displayed by thousands of Imbali during Umhlanga 2026, describing culture as a defining pillar of Eswatini’s nationhood as the annual Reed Dance reaches Day Five. His Majesty was speaking on Saturday, August 29, 2026, during the official opening […]

BY SIFISO NHLABATSI MANZINI– His Majesty King Mswati III has called on emaSwati to embrace sports as a business and economic enterprise, saying the sector has the potential to create sustainable livelihoods, export local talent and open new opportunities for young entrepreneurs. The King made the call during the official opening of the 58th edition […]

BY SIFISO NHLABATSI MANZINI– His Majesty King Mswati III has officially unveiled a new tagline for the Eswatini Investment Promotion Authority (EIPA), declaring that the country’s investment promotion agency will henceforth carry the message: ‘Unlocking Investment Opportunities, Transforming Eswatini’. The King announced the new tagline during the official opening of the 58th edition of the […]

BY SIFISO NHLABATSI MANZINI – Real-time river monitoring, digital water governance and data-driven planning are set to take centre stage as the Joint River Basin Authorities – Project Board (JRBA-PB) showcases how smart water management can unlock opportunities for Eswatini’s green economy at the 2026 Eswatini International Trade Fair (EITF). Under the exhibition concept, “Smart […]

BY SIBUSISEKILE NDLANGAMANDLA MANZINI – The Eswatini Investment Promotion Authority (EIPA) has set its sights on facilitating more than E30 billion worth of investment by 2030, with a strong emphasis on ensuring that the billions attracted into the country ultimately translate into thriving businesses, increased exports and sustainable jobs for emaSwati. For EIPA Board Chairperson […]

BY GCWALISILE MHLABANE MANZINI – Before thousands of Imbali step forward in their colourful attire, raise their voices in traditional songs and proudly carry the reeds of Umhlanga, their cultural journey begins at home — nurtured by families, shaped by communities and strengthened by those who teach them the values of their heritage. His Majesty […]

… His Majesty says record exhibitor growth demands urgent expansion as Eswatini positions green economy, MSMEs, regional trade and sport at centre of economic transformation BY MBONGENI NDLELA MANZINI – His Majesty King Mswati III has called for urgent attention to the growing space demands at the Mavuso Trade and Exhibition Centre, saying the continued […]

BY EPN REPORTER LOBAMBA — In a notable gesture of support for the ongoing annual Umhlanga Reed Dance ceremony, Prince Majaha (also known by his regiment name Siliva) and Salman Mohamed (known by his regiment name Sambulelosemakhosi) have donated 70 000 bottles of 500ml soft drinks to His Majesty King Mswati III. The donation, which […]