Phila Sibiya
PUDEMO COULD SPLIT
I envy political scientists.
They have the ability to predict political future developments. Basically, they studied political philosophy and political behaviour and identities. They are not
SAIL THROUGH THE STORMS
I am not afraid of storms for I am learning how to sail my ship. Think about that for a moment. On a calm, sunny day,...ALL VOICES NEEDED NOW TO END GBV
“The campaign to end domestic violence needs the voices of men as well as women, challenging the cultural, economic and political context in which we...UNESWA NEEDS TO REPACKAGE
Madam, Some years ago employers preferred to Association of Accounting Technicians (AAT) Diploma-holders to UNESWA Bachelor of Commerce (B.Comm) graduates. Regarded as the most popular modern...TENANT’S NIGHTMARE
Madam, Being a tenant these days is a nightmare, especially when there is no formal a legal lease agreement and, worse, if the accommodation is within...‘GAWUZELA’ REVEALS MURDER PLOTS, SOLIDARITY FORCES’ SECRETS
MBABANE – Mduduzi ‘Gawuzela’ Simelane has explained why Bheka Magagula’s last words ‘could be’ truthful. He said Magagula, in his last words, said a certain strongman...RELENTLESS ‘BIRDS’ SOAR HIGHER
MANZINI - Humdinger! Mbabane Swallows have maintained their perfect start at the expense of hoodoo side Green Mamba. Swallows recruit Bongi Magagula’s lone wonder strike proved...MAN STABS WOMAN, LEAVES HER DISABLED
MBABANE – “All I want is justice”. These are the words of Khetsiwe Dlamini, a 39-year-old woman who has a disability after she was attacked...HIS MAJESTY THE KING MEETS POPE FRANCIS
THE VATICAN CITY, ITALY - His Majesty the King and Liphovela LaZuma yesterday met His Holiness Pope Francis, the leader of the Catholic Church and...FOREIGNERS ONLY PAY E300 TO LOOT SWATI GOLD
PIGG’S PEAK—The Pigg’s Peak Gold Mine was established 140 years ago and has been closed for over two decades, but today, illegal miners, popularly known...PM MUST PULL UP HIS SOCKS - LOBAMBA MP
LOBAMBA - Lobamba Member of Parliament Michael Masilela (MP) has advised the Prime Minister (PM), Russell Mmiso Dlamini to pull up his socks. The MP was...KNOCK ON WRONG DOOR ENDS IN FATHER’S DEATH
BUHLENI – The 37-year-old father of three children has lost his life at the hands of a mob. in a shocking case after he allegedly knocked...PREMIER FOODS E50K KIT FOR DARKTON
LOBAMBA - Darkton Cycling Club yesterday unveiled their first official kit. The event was staged at Eswatini Olympic and Commonwealth Games Association (EOCGA) offices. This...JUDGE MUMCY’S ADVICE TO PLE: NULLIFY WESLIANS, ’DOWNS GAME!
MBABANE – It has taken another twist! This is the six-month-old relegation saga between Manzini Wanderers and Denver Sundowns, which was back in court before Judge...BULL'S NYAWO AWOL
MBABANE – Mbabane Highlanders goalkeeper Qiniso ‘Kati’ Nyawo’s whereabouts are not known by the club. The former Mbabane Swallows shot-stopper is reportedly absent from the club...AE DUO’S CO-OPTION CHALLENGED IN COURT
MBABANE – Nhlangano Track and Manzini Athletics Club have dragged Athletics Eswatini (AE) to court over the co-option of two Board members. These two clubs...ANYTHING CAN HAPPEN IN FOOTBALL - SITSEBE CAPTAIN
LOBAMBA - Seasoned Sitsebe forward Tenanile Ngcamphalala is confident ahead of the 2024 Hollywoodbets COSAFA Women’s Championships. Ngcamphalala was speaking during a media day held...WITH POLITICAL PARTIES; IT IS FINISHED
When Jesus had received the sour wine on the cross, He said "it is finished." Jesus meant there was nothing else to do and nothing left...SUCCESS IS ABOUT SETTING YOURSELF ON FIRE
This isn’t about flame wars on Twitter or the ‘net. This is about getting hot, so hot you are on fire. It is a metaphor...LET’S SUPPORT HEALTH MINISTER’S REFORMS
THE last place any politician would want to be seated right now, is in the office of the minister of Health. Unless, of course, they...IT’S A ‘DOG EATS DOG’ COUNTRY
JUST the other day, I was pondering about the state of the youth in Eswatini. The number of unemployed young people is overwhelming. Government has...GIRLS ARE STILL DENIED RIGHTS
Sir, The 2024 International Day of the Girl theme is ‘Girls’ vision for the future’. This year’s theme conveys both the need for urgent action...IMPROVE UNESWA RANKINGS
Sir,We must get the University of Eswatini to make it to the top 50 Universities in the Times Higher Education Rankings.Currently, it is not even...DIVERT ALL FUNDS TO ADDRESS HEALTH CRISIS - MPS
LOBAMBA – Members of Parliament (MPs) have urged government to bring a loan Bill that will address the entire health crisis.The legislators further called for...REPS, TIMES LAUNCH PRE-FESTIVE SEASON ROAD SAFETY CAMPAIGN
MBABANE – Drink-driving has resulted in the death of eight people since the beginning of the year.These statistics were released by the National Commissioner of...‘MALUME’ HELD FOR MOLESTING PUPIL A MARRIED PASTOR
MBABANE - The driver (malume) who stands accused of sexually violating an 11-year-old pupil, while taking her home from school, is a married pastor.Bongie Phiri...ONLY 20 UNDERGO DIALYSIS; MINISTER LEARNS THROUGH MEDIA
MBABANE – Due to interruptions at the Mbabane Government Hospital Renal Unit, only 20 patients were able to undergo dialysis.Others were turned back, following the...TRICKY CHAN DRAW FOR SIHLANGU
MBABANE – Sihlangu have learnt their opponents in the Confederation of African Football (CAF) African Nations Championships (CHAN). They have been drawn against Zimbabwe in...‘WESLIANS’ BACK IN COURT
MBABANE – They are eager for action. This is Manzini Wanderers, who have run to court again, as they had filed an application of execution yesterday...FELIX BLOW FOR SIHLANGU
LOBAMBA - COSAFA leading all-time goalscorer, Felix Badenhorst, has been left out of the squad that will face Mozambique in back-to-back TotalEnergies AFCON Qualifiers. The senior...NSINGIZINI TO FACE MILFORD
MBABANE – Shiselweni-based side Nsingizini Hotspurs will test their resolve against South Africa’s ‘giant-slayers’ Milford. This friendly match is set to take place at the...‘BIRDS’ THANKFUL FOR ‘GIVEN’ BLOOD DONATIONS
MBABANE – “We are truly grateful as Umkhonto KaShaka.” These were the words of Mbabane Swallows Public Relations Officer (PRO) Knowledge ‘Bhambo’ Ngwenya when thanking football...DUSTY AND STONES FILM TO PLAY IN LA
MBABANE – Dusty and Stones have bagged another achievement in the Country music international stage as their film will be showcased in Los Angeles (LA)...ACE4NIC SHARES INSPIRATION BEHIND ‘SENTIMENTS’
MBABANE - Musician and talented DJ Ace4nic has now released his most anticipated project titled ‘Sentiments’ which, according to him, is inspired by Deep House....ESWATINI DARES TO INVENT FUTURE OF AFCFTA
MBABANE – Eswatini promises to be among countries who want to dare to invent the future of the AfCFTA. Prime Minister Russell Mmiso Dlamini (PM) said...ESWATINI POSTS REALISES NEED TO GO DIGITAL
EZULWINI – For Eswatini Posts to survive, it has recognised the need to embrace the digital revolution and move away from providing services manually and...IT’S A CRYING SHAME
HOW often have you heard the expression: ‘I’ts a crying shame?’ A typical example is: ‘It’s a crying shame that Sipho missed the train that...CLIMATE JUSTICE AND AFRICA’S DEBT CRISIS
AFRICA faces a number of challenges, two of them being climate change and unsustainable debt. Countries like Eswatini, struggling under mounting debt, are being forced...INVESTIGATE RECONSTRUCTION FUND PAYOUTS
Sir,Africans have a knack for turning stumbling blocks to stepping stones. Each time there is a crisis, their interest to serve is intertwined with an...EMBRACE THOSE WITH MENTAL ILLNESS
Sir,On World Mental Health Day, let us all come together to talk about mental health and show everyone that mental health matters. Talking about our...CREDIT EXTENDED TO PRIVATE SECTOR GROWS TO E20.1BN
MBABANE - Credit extended to the private sector increased by 1.0 per cent month-on-month and 7.8 per cent year-on-year to close at E20.1 billion at...WORLD FACES COMPLEX CRISES, CONFLICTS
ANNUALLY, heads of State and governments participate in the United Nations General Assembly. The Assembly met from September 10 to 28, 2024. When Global leaders...FIGHT CORRUPTION, NOT SYSTEM
Sir, I am of the opinion that people are fighting against the wrong people. The only thing that we have to fight is corruption, which...STOP SEXUAL HARASSMENT
Sir, Women constitute over half of humanity and they are the pivots around which the family unit moves. They are looked upon as nourishers, providers,...GOGO WATCHES HELPLESSLY AS: MAN RAPES EX-LOVER, KILLS HER
MANZINI – In a horrific act of violence, a 21-year-old woman was brutally raped and fatally stabbed multiple times, allegedly by her former boyfriend. This happened...MOB BRUTALLY ASSAULTS SUSPECT CAUGHT SLAUGHTERING COW
NYAKENI – Nyakeni residents took justice into their own hands, brutally assaulting a suspect, after he was reportedly found slaughtering a cow valued at E20...AMID HEALTH CRISIS: NURSES MAKING PROFITS
MBABANE – Nurses have found a way to make extra income, capitalising on the country’s collapsed health system. Trained to save lives, some healthcare workers at...SNAT TELLS MINISTER: OVER 200 TEACHERS WORKING AS VOLUNTEERS
MANZINI – There is over 200 teachers working as volunteers. These are not to be confused with temporary teachers who normally do get paid. Volunteer teachers...RESIDENTS RUSH FOR GOLD AT COMMUNITY RIVER
PIGG’S PEAK – Known as a rare metal found underground, the Pigg’s Peak community has discovered a river where they can find the precious and...IN ONE-SIDED ‘Y’ELLO’ CLASH: ‘SIKHALI’ FIRES 5-STAR MAMBA TOP
BUHLENI – A clinical Sabelo ‘Sikhali’ Ndzinisa’s hat-trick took Green Mamba to the summit of the MTN Premier League standings, as they dismantled Ezulwini United...’DOWNS TO RUN TO FIFA IF …
MBABANE – They are watching with keen interest! That is the story of MTN National First Division (NFD) outfit Denver Sundowns, who were implicated in the...ESWATINI GETS 4 MEDALS IN LESOTHO
MBABANE - They mean business. This is the story of team Eswatini athletes who have won four medals in the ongoing Lesotho Games. A 19-member squad...PLAYERS TRAUMATISED BY MEGA’S INJURY – ‘BARNES’
MBABANE - “We’re still having some players who are disturbed with what befell one of our players, but we will go out there and play...IMBUBE MARATHON: HOT DAY EXEPCTED
MBABANE –The Somhlolo National Stadium will be the epicentre of a thrilling sporting event on Sunday, as the Imbube Marathon gets underway. Eswatini’s skies will...TECHNICAL GLITCHES SEE NETBALL GAMES POSTPONED
MBABANE - Netball players to get a rest after Week 2 games postponement. The sudden change was disclosed by the Eswatini National Netball Association (ENNA) Secretary...SOLIDARITY FORCES FORMATION WRONG FROM ONSET
The setting up of the Swaziland International Solidarity Forces (SISF), an underground military wing led by incarcerated ex-police ace Thabo Kunene, was a very bad...SOMETHING’S ARE UNNECESSARY
What does that mean? This is a great minimalist statement. Not in that it is as brief as some of the famous ancient statements, but because...Author info
Phila Sibiya