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BY NOXOLO DLAMINI PIGGS PEAK– For years, I had known Umhlanga largely through photographs, television broadcasts and social media posts—the colourful regalia, the powerful songs, the dancing maidens and the grand gathering before Their Majesties. But Umhlanga 2026 gave me an opportunity to step beyond the screen. For seven days, I followed Imbali through different […]
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… Govt approved 159 marriage applications … Marriage clearance opens doors to international unions … 17 cross-border marriages authorised inside eswatini … Home Affairs expands efficient civil registration services BY MFANUFIKILE KHATHWANE LOBAMBA– Love is crossing borders in growing numbers after Government approved applications from 159 emaSwati to marry foreign partners outside the Kingdom during […]
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BY THOBILE NDLANGAMANDLA (INTERN) MANZINI— Nsingizini Hotspurs have booked their place in the Ingwenyama Cup final after a dramatic 5–4 penalty shootout victory over Young Buffaloes following a 1–1 draw in regulation time, while Green Mamba also secured their spot with a 2–1 win over Manzini Sea Birds, setting up a mouthwatering final at Somhlolo […]
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BY GCWALISILE MHLABANE MBABANE — As Eswatini observes the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence (GBV), the country’s own gospel music legend, Phetsile Masilela, renowned for her timeless hit ‘Umus’ongaka,’ has added her influential voice to a crucial safety campaign. Masilela is urgently calling on fellow artists to exercise extreme responsibility and vigilance during […]
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BY KING’S OFFICE CORRESPONDENTS NEW YORK, USA – Never give up! This is the resolute call to world leaders issued by the United Nations Secretary-General, António Guterres, yesterday during the official opening of the 80th UN General Assembly, attended by His Majesty King Mswati III. Forming part of the King’s delegation were Foreign Affairs and […]
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BY MBONGENI NDLELA MBABANE – On September 6, 1968, a new chapter was written in Africa’s history. On that day, a small but proud kingdom, then called Swaziland, stood tall as the last British territory in Africa (apart from Rhodesia) to gain independence. At the heart of the celebrations was King Sobhuza II, a leader […]
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• Minister assures SA of safe and dignified return to their home countries BY KING’S OFFICE CORRESPONDENTS AWAZA, TURKMENISTAN – The Eswatini government has begun repatriation talks with the countries of the five convicted immigrants received from the United States of America recently. The five third-country deportees are from Yemen, Cuba, Jamaica, Laos and Vietnam. […]
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BY MBONO MDLULI MBABANE – The Eswatini Investment Promotion Authority (EIPA) has officially launched the Export Guide 2025, a powerful new resource designed to support Eswatini businesses in navigating the complexities of international trade. As the global marketplace becomes increasingly competitive and interconnected, the Export Guide 2025 seeks to simplify the export journey for local […]
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BY MBONO MDLULI MALKERNS – The Standard Bank Luju Food and Lifestyle Festival is growing by each year and is now uniting nations. This was said by Standard Bank Eswatini Chief Executive (CE) Mvuselelo Fakudze on August 2, 2025 when addressing the media on the impact the event has had, since it was established in […]
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MAPUTO, MOZAMBIQUE – His Majesty has described his quick reciprocal visit to Mozambique as an example of the Nkwe mandate. Just two months ago he tasked his government ministers with renewing the existing bilateral agreements between the two countries. They were also to find new areas of cooperation and facilitate a reciprocal visit of His […]
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