153 NEW HIV INFECTIONS HIT MBABANE

BY SIFISO NHLABATSI MBABANE – Mbabane is sounding the alarm over new HIV infections after the City recorded 153 new cases, with most of the infections occurring among adolescent girls and young women. The cases were recorded during the 2025/2026 reporting period, according to the Municipal Council of Mbabane’s annual performance report. Council said all […]

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CULTURAL ENGAGEMENT SPARKS DISCUSSION ON RELIGION AND ROYAL TRADITIONS

BY NOXOLO DLAMINI MSHINGISHINI – Eswatini National Council of Arts and Culture (ENCAC) Chief Executive Officer Stanley Dlamini has responded to a question on the relationship between religion and participation in cultural activities, during an educational engagement held at the Mshingishingini Royal Kraal. The question was raised by Mshingishingini resident Mrs Phumlile Matsebula, who sought […]

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ECONOMIC PLANNING MINISTRY STRENGTHENS TEAMWORK IN DURBAN

BY PHUMELELE GAMEDZE MBABANE – Officials from the Ministry of Economic Planning and Development have strengthened collaboration across key government units through a structured team-building programme held in Durban, South Africa. According to the Ministry of Economic Planning and Development, the programme brought together officials from the Microprojects Programme, Central Statistics Office, National Population Unit, Poverty Reduction […]

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PRINCE NGANGAZA URGES MSHINGISHINI RESIDENTS TO PRESERVE SWATI CULTURE

BY NOXOLO DLAMINI MSHINGISHINI – Prince Ngangaza Dlamini has encouraged residents of Mshingishini to take responsibility for preserving and continuing the culture and traditions of EmaSwati, stressing the importance of seeking accurate information rather than spreading rumours. Prince Ngangaza was speaking during an educational programme held at the Mshingishingini Royal Kraal, where residents were engaged […]

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CHILDHOOD CANCER SURVIVORS REMINDED: YOU DO NOT HAVE TO CARRY THE JOURNEY ALONE

BY PHUMELELE GAMEDZE MBABANE – Childhood cancer survivors and their caregivers have been reminded that overcoming cancer is only part of the journey, with emotional wellbeing, family support and professional help remaining important long after treatment. The message was shared during Childhood Cancer Survivors Day, held under the theme “Caring for the Mind During the Cancer Journey”, […]

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DR NEWTON: “CANCER DOES NOT DEFINE WHO YOU ARE”

BY PHUMELELE GAMEDZE MBABANE – Childhood cancer survivors have been reminded that their journey does not end when treatment ends, with Dr Charity Newton calling for continued support to help young survivors rebuild their lives and realise their dreams. Speaking on Friday at Hilton Garden Inn during the Eswatini Childhood Cancer Foundation’s Childhood Cancer Survivors Day, […]

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ESWATINI CHILDHOOD CANCER FOUNDATION PLEDGES LONG-TERM SUPPORT FOR SURVIVORS

BY SIBUSISEKILE NDLANGAMANDLA MANZINI– Eswatini Childhood Cancer Foundation Patron Dr Charity Newton has pledged continued support for childhood cancer survivors beyond the completion of treatment, saying the foundation will walk with them as they rebuild their lives outside the hospital. Newton said survivorship should not mark the end of support, as some survivors may continue […]

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CHILDHOOD CANCER SURVIVORS INSPIRE HOPE FOR CHILDREN STILL FIGHTING

BY SIBUSISEKILE NDLANGAMANDLA MANZINI– Childhood cancer survivors have been celebrated as champions and living testimonies of hope, with their journeys inspiring children still undergoing treatment to believe in a future beyond cancer. The message was delivered during Childhood Cancer Survivors Day 2026, hosted by the Eswatini Childhood Cancer Foundation at The George Hotel , where […]

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80 MILLION-LITRE PHUZAMOYA OIL RESERVE TAKES SHAPE TO SECURE ESWATINI’S FUEL SUPPLY

BY LINDELWA MYENI MBABANE – Construction of Eswatini’s 80 million-litre Strategic Oil Reserve Facility is taking shape at Phuzamoya, with the Eswatini National Petroleum Company (ENPC) developing the facility to strengthen national fuel security and help maintain supply during disruptions. The facility, once completed, will provide enough strategic storage to cover approximately 60 days of […]

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CHIEF JUSTICE GETS BEFITTING SEND-OFF

BY SIFISO NHLABATSI LAWUBA – Chief Justice Bheki Maphalala was given a state funeral on Saturday, marking the first time a Liswati serving or former Chief Justice has received such a national farewell. The funeral brought together the country’s political, judicial, traditional and security leadership, as well as members of the legal fraternity, family, friends […]

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