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JUNIOR OFFICERS TAKE COMMISSIONERS, SENIOR OFFICIALS TO COURT

MBABANE - Junior police officers and warders have launched a legal battle against their respective commissioners and senior officials, citing acts of harassment and intimidation. The
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INYANGA CHARGED WITH MURDER OF WIFE

NHLANGANO – A 42-year-old man, Sifiso Michael Mamba, has been charged with the murder of his wife, Tandzile Hlatshwako, in Jericho. Mamba appeared before Magistrate Jabulani...
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FUNDING FALLOUT: CONDOMS, ART SUPPLIES AT RISK

MBABANE - The distribution of antiretroviral supplies, HIV, viral load and other lab test kits and condoms have been greatly disrupted by the USAID funding...
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2 SUSPECTS SHOT DEAD IN FOILED ROBBERY

MBABANE – A dramatic confrontation in Malkerns resulted in the death of two men, identified as Mncedisi Africa Mncina (24) of Nkhaba and Banele Dladla...
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NOBUHLE NETS E90 000 IN ABSA LADIES INVITATIONAL

MBABANE – Eswatini’s golfing pride Nobuhle Dlamini continues to illuminate the international stage, clinching a fine fourth at the ABSA Ladies Invitational. The tournament unfolded over...
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TEAM G COACH KELLY OFF TO SWITZERLAND

SIKHUPHE – William Kelly, the Team G’s coach, flew to Switzerland yesterday for the International Cycling Union (UCI) Level 3 Diploma.   The seasoned cyclist departed...
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ROYAL FLAMES BLAZE G. LIGHTNING

MBABANE –Royal Flames sparked a fiery performance to defeat long-time rivals Green Lightning 60-53, claiming the title and a prize of E7 500, along with...
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'BUFFS' DENT PIRATES' TOP 4 HOPES

(At Mavuso Sports Centre) Young Buffaloes .............. (2) 4Bongwa 14th , 85th Phiwa 34th , Fanelo 56th Moneni Pirates ............... (0) 2Senanelo 73rd , 75th MANZINI – Young...
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MINNOWS SISONKHE CASTRATE 'BULL'

(At Mavuso Sports Centre) Sisonkhe ...........................(0) 2Kwanele 55th , Thando 58th Mbabane Highlanders......(1) 0Siphamandla 21st MANZINI – MTN Premier League newcomers Sisonkhe pulled off a remarkable comeback yesterday,...
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MASTER KG APPLAUDS PATRONS FOR DEFYING WEATHER

EZULWINI – South African musician Master KG showed up at Mdzimba View Shisanyama on Friday, regardless of the wet weather. The musician further applauded patrons for...
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MANANA SHINES WITH DARQUE COLLABORATION

MBABANE – Local musician Manana, based in South Africa, has struck gold with his latest collaboration alongside South African artist Darque. The pair has unveiled their...
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FARMERS STRUGGLE TO MAKE ENOUGH RETURNS

MBABANE - The Minister for Finance, Neal Rijkenberg says that while agriculture is widely recognised as a solution to unemployment and poverty, the sector’s fundamental...
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ESWATINI CUTS IMF DEBT BY OVER 50%, MOVES TO 2ND LOWEST

MBABANE - Eswatini has significantly reduced its debt to the International Monetary Fund (IMF) by over 50 per cent. This has seen the country moving up...
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CONGRATULATIONS TO KING MSWATI III

Sir,On this day, March 28 2025, the Kingdom of Eswatini celebrated Army Day, a proud occasion to honour the dedication of the Umbutfo Eswatini Defence...
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DUSTING OFF RESPONSIBILITY ON THE MR3

Sir,I pen this letter with a gritty resolve, quite literally, as the MR3 public road in Pigg’s Peak—flanking the otherwise industrious plantations and rockland mills—has...
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GLOBAL DEMOCRACY DECLINES A WORRYING TREND

VDem Institute has published the Democracy Report 2025, focusing on 25 Years of autocratisation globally.  This is indeed worrying as Eswatini is also experiencing challenges...
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INEQUALITY A RECIPE FOR DISASTER

A recent study revealed tiny Eswatini as one of the top 10 unequal societies. Simply put, a colossal amount of the wealth in the country...
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SEX FOR JOBS: A RISING PANDEMIC IN ESWATINI

MBABANE – Eswatini is facing a growing social crisis, where sexually exploitative practices are reportedly becoming common in recruitment and promotion processes, particularly affecting women....
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KING PROMOTES SIX SOLDIERS, COMMANDS ARMY RECRUITMENT

      NOKWANE - His Majesty King Mswati III, the Commander-In-Chief of the army, has promoted six senior soldiers as he commissioned army recruitment.   This happened during the...
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BE SEEKS SAMMY, SAMORA’S IMPRISONMENT

MBABANE – Business Eswatini (BE) wants Peter ‘Samora’ Simelane and Sammy Dlamini to be sent to jail for holding the Eswatini Med AGM despite an...
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MEN CALL FOR COMPULSORY DNA TESTS

MBABANE – Suddenly, men have come forward to express their views on the contentious issue of raising children they have not fathered. This follows a...
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BUSTA GOES TO MOUNTAINS, PRAYS FOR POLICE

    PIGG’S PEAK – A popular police officer, Sergeant Busta Vilakati, has once again gone to the mountains to seek divine intervention, this time for his...
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‘BULL’ IN OVER E200K CAR SHOPPING SPREE

MBABANE – Trendsetters! This is MTN Premier League giants Mbabane Highlanders, who are reportedly moving to change the landscape of Eswatini football. The black and white...
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FIGUAREIDO’S VALUE SOARS TO E8 MILLION

MBABANE - Justice Figuareido’s market value has increased by E5 million, now standing at an impressive E8 million. As the only international player from Eswatini in...
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NOBUHLE TAKES 6TH AT ABSA INVITATIONAL

MBABANE – Eswatini professional golfer Nobuhle Dlamini has finished sixth in the ongoing ABSA Ladies Invitational tournament. The tournament is played under the Sunshine Tour banner...
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EFA EYES FIFA U-17 W. CUP SPOT

MBABANE – The Chief Executive Officer of EFA, Frederick Mngomezulu, has set his sights firmly on participation in the FIFA U-17 World Cup. In his...
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‘INGWE’ UNVEIL PRIMO REPLICAS FOR FANS

MBABANE – Primo continues to make waves in local football as another club joins the fray. This time, it is the police side, Royal Leopard, who...
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LUBOMBO MARATHON: 500 PARTICIPANTS MARK INCHES CLOSER

MBABANE – It is just a week away from the starting gun firing for the first marathon of the year! The Lubombo Marathon is set to...
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KING’S DUTY TO APPROVE GOVT SPOKESPERSON

The seemingly mundane matter of appointing a government spokesperson often escapes rigorous public discourse, yet its implications for national image and effective governance are profound....
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WHEN PREPARATION MEETS OPPORTUNITY

At best, this statement is a very loose translation of him quoting something said by someone else. However, despite its questionable pedigree, I believe this is...
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BOUND BY IGNORANCE

Sir,“Ignorance may be bliss, but it certainly is not freedom; except in the minds of those who prefer darkness to light and chains to liberty.”...
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MENTAL HEALTH ADVICE FOR AWARENESS PURPOSES

IN these times of endless hardships and continued strife, to get by, we are often placed subject to numerous testing situations as well as experiences...
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EVERY LIVING THING IS FIGHTING TO SURVIVE

I was recently overwhelmed by the realisation that every living organism, including the planet Earth that we call home, is frantically fighting to survive. We...
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TAIWAN DEATH: FAMILY APPEALS FOR E735 000 REPARATION FUNDS

MBABANE - A family of Zondwako is urgently seeking E735 000 to repatriate the body of Delisa Elisha Dlamini, a liSwati teacher found dead in...
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5 WARDERS FACE DC OVER REPOSA MEETING

MBABANE - Five executive members of the Correctional Staff Association are facing disciplinary hearings, following their attendance at a meeting called by REPOSA. The meeting, held...
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POLICE CALLED ON PASTOR, 2 GOVT OFFICIALS AT GREEN CHERT MINE

MBABANE – Police were called when a prominent pastor, two government officials and Asian nationals attempted illegal entry into the Green Chert mine with a...
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2023 ELECTIONS: EBC IN OVER E72m QUESTIONABLE EXPENDITURE

MBABANE – The auditor general (AG) has revealed that over E72 million public funds were reportedly mismanaged by the Elections and Boundaries Commission (EBC). The funds...
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KIKY SANTOS BARBOSA CLASSIC GUEST POSER

MBABANE – The Barbosa Classic is gearing up for its highly-anticipated eighth edition, scheduled to take place on July 26, 2025. Since its inception in...
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'BUFFS' NETBALL CLAIM SA TOURNEY

MBABANE – The Young Buffaloes Netball Team, formerly known as the Umbutfo Eswatini Defence Force (UEDF), clinched gold in South Africa. The Buffaloes’ impressive victory came...
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LIHLE THWALA STEALS POINT FOR GREEN MAMBA

(At UNESWA Sports Ground) Mbabane Swallows ...........(1) 1Lulama 2nd   Green Mamba ...................(0) 1Lihle 89th MATSAPHA – In a thrilling encounter in the Under-19 Premier League, Green Mamba...
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12 GOALS IN ONE GAME FOR NSINGIZINI STAR

MBABANE – The Shiselweni-based outfit Nsingizini Hotspurs Ladies have made history by achieving an extraordinary 26-0 victory over Red Rhinos this past weekend. This set a...
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SIHLANGU WC HOPES HANG BY A THREAD

(At Mbombela Stadium) Eswatini ........................(2)3Philani 13th , 18th, ‘Suarez’ 76th Mauritius .....................(0)3Rose 46th, Yannick 49th, Emmanuel 89th NELSPRUIT – In a gripping encounter at Mbombela Stadium,...
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'OPEN CHATS PODCAST' DEBUTS ON DSTV

MBABANE – In a groundbreaking move, local podcast ‘Open Chats Podcast’ based in South Africa have been chosen as one of the networks that will...
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KING VISITS ESPINHO RESTAURANT AND BAR

MBABANE – While touring the Lubombo Region, His Majesty King Mswati III also took the time to grace the popular Siteki hangout spot, Espinho Restaurant...
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NBFI ASSETS SOAR BY 3.5%, REACH E110b

MBABANE - NBFI assets increased by 3.58 per cent, bringing the total assets to E110 billion from E106 billion in the previous quarter. However, according to...
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E4bn MANZINI ARCH CONSTRUCTION STARTS IN 2 MONTHS

EZULWINI – Construction of the highly anticipated E4 billion Manzini Arch development is set to begin within the next two months, marking a major milestone...
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ENGAGING WITH AFRICAN FEMINIST INTERPRETATIONS OF MATERNAL

There is increased advocacy for reclaiming subjugated knowledge that has been pushed to the margins of modern society, and highlighting knowledge predicated on the diversity...
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IS IT POLITICS OR IGNORANCE?

Sir, Why is it that of all the possible careers in this beautiful nation, the political career is the most disrespected? That of all the...
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A LESSON ON COMPLIANCE

Sir,A recent march organised by the SOS Children’s Villages, aimed at raising awareness about the rising cases of child abuse in the country, was stopped...
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IS POLITICS INHERENTLY BAD?

The nation is still reeling in shock about the two children that were treated like slaves in Nhlangano. A lot has already been said about...
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DUE TO LACK OF FACILITIES, TOOLS: COPS DROP CHILD ABUSE CASES

MBABANE – What happens when an abused child reports her ordeal, only to be sent back to her abuser? While law enforcement officers do not...
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ESWATINI MED RESERVES DROP FROM E356M TO E93M

MBABANE – As the drama and claims of mismanagement of funds unfold, a significant drop in reserves coupled with millions in overdrafts recorded in recent...
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KING TOURS E200M MAGOMBA COAL MINE: OVER 2 800 JOBS COMING

MPAKA – His Majesty King Mswati III has hailed the Magomba Coal Mine as a ground-breaking project for Eswatini, expressing pride in its progress and...
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GOGO (69) ACCUSES ‘MAJOR V’ OF LAND FRAUD

LOBAMBA – In a turn of events, Prophet Vusumuzi ‘Major V’ Dlamini, a prominent political and religious figure, finds himself at the centre of controversy....
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SURPRISE DOPING TESTS FOR SIHLANGU STARS

MBABANE – Sihlangu players Innocent ‘Makhehleni’ Dlamini and Mxolisi ‘Kudus’ Mkhonto were subjected to doping tests.   Reliable sources within Sihlangu confirmed the pair were tested...
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ESWATINI LEGENDS ENTER HALL OF FAME: ‘SCARA’, ZOMBODZE, MARATHON HERO HONOURED

MATSAPHA – History was made last night, as the Eswatini Sports and Recreation Council (ESRC) inducted its greatest sporting personalities into the Hall of Fame....
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NOBUHLE FINISHES 28TH IN PLATINUM LADIES OPEN

MBABANE – Eswatini professional golfer, Nobuhle Dlamini continues to shine in 2025, her star glowing brighter with every swing. Her latest feat came at the...
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‘BIRDS’ WHEELS BACK

MBABANE – The capital city giants have received a major boost with their sprinter finally out of the mechanic’s workshop. Swallows’ Mercedes-Benz sprinter developed mechanical issues...
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‘BUCS’ MOURN DEMISE OF ‘MAGAWUGAWU’S MOTHER

MBABANE – Moneni Pirates have expressed their sorrow at the passing of their veteran Captain, Menzi ‘Magawugawu’ Simelane’s mother. The club, through a press statement released yesterday,...
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BALOGUN’S BRACE BLASTS DENVER TO NFD SUMMIT

MBABANE – Former Manzini Wanderers striker Hassan Balogun has propelled Denver Sundowns to the summit of the MTN National First Division (NFD) table. The NFD January...
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MAURITIUS DEFEATED AHEAD OF ESWATINI CLASH

MBABANE – The national team, Sihlangu, will face a Mauritius side that has recently suffered defeat, ahead of their fixture tomorrow. Eswatini and Mauritius are set...
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DISTINGUISHING CABAL FROM LOBBYSTS

    Prime Minister Russell Mmiso Dlamini recently made a political statement alleging that a cabal runs Parliament. He is not obliged to mention names, as political...
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SOME PEOPLE DREAM WHILE OTHERS DO!

  What does that mean?   This statement reminds us that it takes effort to accomplish anything. Dreaming is a fun pastime. It is a place for our...
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POVERTY DOES EXIST IN ESWATINI

ESWATINI is a very unequal country. It has one of the highest levels of inequality in the world after countries like South Africa. What does...
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ARMED MEN ESCAPE WITH E200k

MBABANE – Five daring armed men escaped with E200 000 during a daylight robbery at Amandla Wholesalers, situated at the industrial site, opposite Cash Build...
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SOME LEGISLATORS CRITICISE PM'S UNNAMED CABAL STATEMENT

MBABANE – Some legislators say it is meaningless and worthless to talk about a cabal without naming it. The politicians were reacting to a statement reportedly...
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NET TIGHTENS ON SENIOR OFFICIAL IN RAPE ALLEGATIONS

MBABANE - A senior government official is facing imminent arrest following allegations of sexually assaulting two women, one a minor. Law enforcement sources indicate that investigations...
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ANOTHER SUSPECTED SERIAL RAPIST TARGETING MINORS ARRESTED

MBABANE – A suspected serial rapist targeting minor girls has been arrested, days after another was nabbed for numerous rapes committed across Mbabane and surrounding...
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RDF TO LIGHT EFA TECHNICAL CENTRES

MBABANE – The Rural Development Fund (RDF) is set to floodlight the EFA technical centres. His Majesty King Mswati III last week ordered the transformation of...
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'BIRDS' IN TOUGH GAMES AFTER FIFA BREAK

MBABANE – City giants, Mbabane Swallows will have to dig deep to find their wings after the FIFA break as they face six gruelling fixtures. The...
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SIMANGA, SIMPHIWE MAKE WAVES AT LUPHOHLO

MBABANE – Eswatini’s rising stars in the open water swimming, Simphiwe and Simanga Dlamini, impressed at the thrilling Luphohlo Dam competition. The competition was held at...
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BODYBUILDER BARBOSA QUALIFIES FOR UK SHOW

MBABANE – Eswatini’s most decorated bodybuilder, Arnaldo Barbosa, successfully pursued his intent to qualify for the Las Vegas shows. Barbosa left the country two days ago...
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JUNIOR RULED OUT OF BOTH 2026 FIFA WORLD CUP GAMES

MBABANE – A significant setback! The national team, Sihlangu, has suffered a considerable blow in the lead up to their 2026 FIFA World Cup Qualifier against...
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ENCAC LEADS SHUKUMA ESWATINI EXCERCISES

MBABANE – Madlangempisi Inkhundla came alive on Saturday as it hosted the inaugural Shukuma Eswatini exercises in collaboration with the vibrant realm of arts and...
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BABUKISI FOUNDATION PARTNERS WITH LIGWALAGWALA FM

MBABANE – The Babukisi Foundation has announced an exciting new partnership with the renowned South African radio station Ligwalagwala FM, aimed at promoting Eswatini’s rich...
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CONSUMER CHOICE FORUM EMPOWERS MSMEs

MBABANE – In a significant push to empower local businesses, the highly anticipated Consumer Choices Forum was successfully hosted on Saturday, at the Eswatini Revenue...
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ANTICIPATION HIGH AS CBE SETS POLICY DECISION

MBABANE – The spotlight is on the Central Bank of Eswatini (CBE) as it prepares to deliver its Monetary Policy Statement this coming Friday. The monetary...
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POLITICAL CRISIS REQUIRES SMART DECISIONS

Sir,It is time for our country’s leaders to make intelligent decisions  and take the necessary action to resolve the political crisis we are currently experiencing...
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HEARTACHE OF GANG INVOLVEMENT AMONG SCHOOLCHILDREN

Sir,In the recent days, the troubling trend of school-aged children becoming involved in gangs has emerged as a pressing concern for communities. The heartache associated...
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MPs SHOULD WORK HARD TO UNITE EMASWATI

The call for government to cancel scholarships for students studying abroad, who criticise the government, has shocked emaSwati, judging by the reactions that dominated the...
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OUR YOUTH ARE NEGLECTED

One of the most glaring things I discovered in our Constitution, after perusing it many times, is its non-mention of the youth. There is mention...
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FEMALE PUPILS WHIPPED NAKED

LUYENGO – In a shocking incident at St. Christopher’s High School in the Manzini Region, pupils have come forward to allege that they were whipped...
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PASTOR LINDIWE: TEACH NATION ABOUT ’73 DECREE

LOBAMBA – Senate President Lindiwe Dlamini has stated that the Ministry of Justice and Constitutional Affairs should take responsibility to educate the nation about the...
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NEWLY-WED HUBBY DIES, WIFE DENIED BURIAL RIGHTS

KHOLWANE – A legal battle has  ensued as the family of the late Patrick Musa Hlatshwayo has successfully blocked his wife of 10 days from...
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SIPHO’S 17-MONTH WAIT FOR SENTENCING

    MBABANE – It becomes a 17-month wait on Monday.   This relates to Sipho Shongwe who has been waiting for 17 months to know his sentencing. He...
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MURDER, CHILD TORTURE CHARGES FOR NHLANGANO WOMAN

      NHLANGANO- A 37-year-old woman from Mbowane has been remanded in custody after being charged with four counts, including murder.   Other charges are attempted murder, sexual offences...
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E400K RETRACTABLE TUNNEL FOR SOMHLOLO

LOBAMBA – In a last-ditch effort to modernise Somhlolo National Stadium, the last piece of the puzzle is set to arrive in the country next...
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‘BIRDS’ WELILE HEADS 16-TEAM COMMITTEE

MBABANE – Capital city giants Mbabane Swallows Chairman Welile Mabuza has been appointed to chair the committee that will look into the feasibility and viability...
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ABANDE IS PLE U-19 ’S BEST, E2K RICHER

MBABANE - Consistency and discipline earn you accolades. That is the narrative surrounding 17-year-old Abande Mabuza, who was honoured as the Player of the Season during...
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‘YEKI’, MHLENGI FEBRUARY’S BEST

MBABANE - You reap what you sow! This adage perfectly encapsulates the achievements of Nsingizini Hotspurs star Sizwe ‘Yeki’ Khumalo and Amawele striker Mhlengi Mngomezulu, who...
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WOMEN FOOTBALL’S TOP 4 BATTLE FOR 2 SPOTS

MBABANE – “Our mission is to advance to the finals of this tournament.” These were the words of Nsingizini Hotspurs Ladies head coach Tobias Ntuli during...
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KING’S DUTY TO APPROVE GOVT SPOKESPERSON

The seemingly mundane matter of appointing a government spokesperson often escapes rigorous public discourse, yet its implications for national image and effective governance are profound. ...
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DANCE BETTER THAN YOURSELF PHILOSOPHY

The philosophy of ‘dancing better than myself’ encapsulates a powerful approach to personal growth, shifting the focus from external competition to internal improvement. It is...
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SELF-PERCEPTION AS A CORNERSTONE FOR MENTAL HEALTH

AFTER glass, a human beings’ self-esteem is probably the most fragile ‘object’ in the world. I make that statement not because of its factual value...
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WHEN CHRISTIANS STOP TELLING THE TRUTH

HISTORY tells us that the world was ruled by kingdoms, where kings and emperors ruled, some with wisdom and others with tyranny. The Bible tells...
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SOME RAPE SURVIVORS DROP CHARGES FOR CASH

MBABANE – Some rape survivors are reportedly opting to drop charges against perpetrators in exchange for cash. This is happening in a country where it was...
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KING APPOINTS EX-DPM, EX-SPEAKER

MBABANE – Former Acting Prime Minister Themba Masuku and former Speaker Petros Mavimbela have made a comeback in Eswatini’s politics scene. His Majesty has appointed...
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MATSAMO LAKE USED FOR DAGGA, FIREARMS SMUGGLING

MATSAMO - For some residents of Matsamo, the answer involves navigating a treacherous path—one fraught with danger and uncertainty. Their livelihood hinges on smuggling contraband...
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HLANE BUGANU FESTIVAL: BIGGER AND BETTER

HLANE - Bigger and better! This is the common phrase echoed by many who arrived for the second leg of the Annual Buganu Festival. Yesterday,...
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STAR -STUDDED TEST FOR GOALSHY SIHLANGU: MAN UNITED STAR TO FACE ESWATINI

MBABANE – Eswatini’s strikers will confront an imposing barrier of Manchester United’s André Onana, who will be guarding the goal for Cameroon. On March 19,...
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NOBUHLE 19TH IN SUPERSPORT LADIES CHALLENGE

MBABANE – Eswatini professional golfer Nobuhle Dlamini recorded an impressive finish in the SuperSport Ladies Challenge. The tournament, held over three days, concluded yesterday with Dlamini...
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WANDERERS SEEK RETURN OF PLE CONTEMPT CASE

MBABANE - It’s far from over. Since the proceedings before the Supreme Court have been concluded, Manzini Wanderers FC have filed a notice to reinstate...
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TRANSPORT CHALLENGES GROUND ‘BIRDS’

MBABANE - Just at a critical phase of the Ingwenyama Cup, capital city giants Mbabane Swallows find themselves stuck to the ground, not flying high. Mbabane...
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JOMO’S DEATH BLAMED ON HEART ATTACK

MANZINI –  “A people’s person.” These were the words that best captured the essence of the late Dumisani ‘Jomo’ Sibiya, the legendary Manzini Wanderers footballer,...
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SHOCK AS ANOTHER ELITE PLAYER DIES

MBABANE – Heavens have robbed us another football star. This happens just a month after the football community mourned the passing of another footballer. At the...
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‘BULL’ STAR EXCELS AT MVASI LEAGUE AWARDS

MBABANE - Mbabane Highlanders wing attacker, Wandile Ntshakala, shone brightly on Thursday during the UNESWA Mvasi League Soccer Awards. The award ceremony was held at the...
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ARE CRIMINALS WINNING WAR ON GANGSTERISM?

  As a parent to a teenager, I am deeply worried. There is a war going on – gangsterism.   Let us be blunt: Are we losing...
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FINDING STRENGTH IN DARKNESS

    What Does That Mean?   This is truly a beautiful statement, and the full text is as follows: "People are like stained-glass windows. They sparkle and shine...
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PUPIL (8) REPEATEDLY RAPED BY ANOTHER IN SCHOOL TOILET

MBABANE - A wave of distressing sexual assault cases is sweeping across the land. There is a particularly disturbing incident involving a primary school pupil who...
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'COMMANDER' WANTS OUT OF JAIL, TAKES PM TO COURT

MBABANE – Thabo Kunene, who identified himself as commander of the Swaziland Solidarity Forces, has applied for his immediate release and transfer to the South...
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ESWATINI FACES SIGNIFICANT RISE IN PASSION KILLINGS

MBABANE – While the Royal Eswatini Police Service (REPS) has reported a decrease in the overall murder rate, a disturbing trend is emerging: A significant...
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MARRIED MAN KILLS GIRLFRIEND IN FRONT OF CHILDREN

MKHUZWENI – In a brutal act of violence, a 26-year-old woman was fatally stabbed over 20 times at Mcuba, Mayiwane, allegedly by her son’s married...
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OVER 50 CYCLISTS TAKE TO THE STREETS

MBABANE – In a remarkable display of commitment to road safety, the Kusekhaya Cycling Club, in collaboration with Galp Eswatini, orchestrated an impactful safety awareness...
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TAEKWONDO NATIONAL TEAM SELECTION BEGINS

MBABANE – The selection process for the national taekwondo squad commenced last Saturday at the OlympAfrica Centre in Lobamba.The taekwondo artists are competing for the...
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'BUCS' DENT NSINGIZINI'S TITLE HOPES

Pirates ..........................(0)0Nsingizini .....................(0)0 MANZINI – In front of an electrifying crowd, Moneni Pirates and Nsingizini Hotspurs fought out a pulsating goalless draw. Both sides, renowned for their...
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HAYLEY HOY BREAKS 6 RECORDS

MONENI – Dolphins Swimming Club’s rising star, Hayley Hoy, has once again proven her dominance in the pool, smashing six records in just six days...
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DUBE BRACE BULL-DOZES SEA BIRDS

M. Highlanders………(1) 2 Thando 31st , 50th M. Sea Birds………….(1) 1‘Suarez’ 15th   MANZINI — A sleeping giant is awake! Mbabane Highlanders soared to victory, emerging triumphant 2-1...
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TWO LOCALS NOMINATED IN METRO AWARDS

MBABANE – The prestigious Metro FM Music Awards are here again. Two artists from Eswatini received nominations this year: Phila Koshin and Zee Nxumalo. Koshin has...
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CULTURE ALINE: BUSELENI TRIUMPHS IN SHISELWENI

MBABANE – The Ingwenyama Cup Culture Competitions took place on Saturday at King Sobhuza II Memorial Stadium in Nhlangano. Buseleni Sibhaca, Lutsango and emajaha teams emerged...
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IMF CALLS FOR REFORMS TO BOOST GLOBAL GROWTH

MBABANE – IMF has called for urgent economic reforms to stimulate global growth, as economies face mounting challenges including high debt levels, policy uncertainty and...
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ENPF 6-MONTH REVENUE RISES BY 25%

MBABANE - The Eswatini National Provident Fund (ENPF) has posted a robust 25 per cent revenue growth for the six months ending December 31, 2024. ...
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FIGHT A GOOD FIGHT

Sir,I will start off my letter by elaborating briefly on the whole concept of fighting a good fight. Fighting is an act of striving for,...
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STAND INDEPENDENT, BUILD YOUR FUTURE

Sir,There are three kinds of people; Those who make things happen, those who watch things happening and those who wonder what happened. Thank you, Mr...
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WITHDRAWAL OF USAID FUNDING A BIG BLOW

THE world we live in is changing very fast.  The election of President Trump and his ‘America First’ agenda is affecting the global order.  Unfortunately,...
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CAN THIS GOVERNANCE SYSTEM IMPROVE OUR LIVES?

NOW in it it’s second year in office, the current administration  is  still  faced with a challenging legacy left by its predecessors, who contended with...
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EEC PROMISES KING 210 MEGAWATTS FOR ENERGY INDEPENDENCE

MAGUGA – Eswatini has the potential to generate 210 Megawatts (MW) of electricity through a proposed project on the Ngwempisi River. This follows the Maguga Hydro...
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OVER 80 000 HIV+ PATIENTS, AROUND 60 EMPLOYEES TO SUFFER

MBABANE – Following the reported closure of the Elizabeth Glaser Pediatric AIDS Foundation (EGPAF) in Eswatini, around 80 000 emaSwati living with HIV are set...
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SLAIN SOCIALITE JOMO'S LAST WORDS REVEALED

Lobamba – When family or friends gather at the hospital bed of a dying person, it is often their last words that remain forever in...
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E114M SPENT ON REPAIRING OLD AIRCRAFT

MBABANE – The taxpayer has expended E189.8 million (US$10.2 million) on repairs and maintenance of aircrafts that are utilised by Eswatini Ai.This is specifically the...
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TRACK TITANS: KA-SCHIELE HIGH EYES REPEAT VICTORY

MBABANE - “We are ready to defend the title.” These were the resolute words of Wonderboy Dludlu, deputy head teacher of Ka-Schiele High School, during their...
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BUFFALOES' LADIES DOMINATE VIXENS

LOBAMBA – Buffaloes ladies netball team delivered an emphatic performance, crushing Vixens Ladies 47-30 in a thrilling encounter that saw them moving to third on...
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MDUDUZI LEADS IN SBS GOLF CHAMPIONSHIP

MBABANE – A fairly commendable day characterises the unfolding narrative of the Swaziland Building Society (SBS) Golf Championship. Mduduzi Maphalala was at the helm of a...
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EZULWINI HALT G. MAMBA'S MOMENTUM

MHLUME – Fresh from their impressive 2-0 victory over Mbabane Swallows, Ezulwini United managed to preserve their clean sheet with a stalemate against title contenders...
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SIDWASHINI FRUSTRATE LOW-FLYING SWALLOWS

BUHLENI - Surprise! In a tense MTN Premier League clash at the sun-drenched Mkhuzweni Technical Centre just outside Buhleni yesterday, reigning champions Mbabane Swallows were held...
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GOING PLUS ON THE CURVES AND FASHION

We are currently in the undisputed queen of fashion seasons. With rich colors, cosy textures and layering as an art form, she really is that...
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BANDISA: FROM SEAMSTRESS TO STYLE ICON

Today on our cover we have a chat with a thriving fashion visionary located in Manzini. Bandisa Mabila shares her story, which is one of...
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STANDARD BANK WINS AGAINST EM LOGGERS OVER UNPAID VEHICLE LOANS

MBABANE - The court has ruled in favour of Standard Bank Eswatini Ltd in a legal dispute against EM Loggers (Pty) Ltd concerning unpaid loans...
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NEW CABINET POLICIES TO IMPACT BUSINESS

MBABANE -The Cabinet has approved over 100 policies in the 2024/25 financial year, with several having a direct impact on the business community. These policies, which...
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TLC AND THE SENATOR

  It is becoming increasingly clear that the former health minister and now Senator Lizzie Nkosi has an issue with TLC, which goes back to her...
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DON'T GIVE THE DEVIL A CHANCE

For centuries, many people thought of the devil as a horned, cloven-hoofed creature clad in red and using a pitchfork to cast wicked humans into...
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POWER OF NETWORKING, RELATIONSHIPS

It is another wonderful day, the most treasured time for us to be together again and share a few words of encouragement or motivation as...
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NEW U-12 GANG TRAINED TO SLAP MOTHERS

MBABANE – How far do you think your child can go to join a criminal gang that assures them of protection? This is the question some...
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2025 SNAKEBITE PUBLIC AWARENESS

  SIPHOCOSINI – While strides have been made in combating snakebites in Eswatini, a critical challenge persists: ensuring anti-venom reaches those in rural areas where it's...
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MINISTER CHALLENGES COURT APPLICATION FOR ARREST

MBABANE – TSC Chairman Amos Mahlalela and Minister for Education and Training Owen Nxumalo are contesting an application by SNAT President Mbongwa Dlamini, which seeks...
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WHATSAPP PRIVACY CONCERNS IN KWAKHO KWAMI

MBABANE - Fear has spread throughout Eswatini in the wake of the detention of a woman who was apprehended for allegedly accessing her husband’s WhatsApp...
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E3M SOMHLOLO GIANT SCREEN INSTALLED

MBABANE – Huge strides! Somhlolo National Stadium has taken significant strides towards its goal of hosting games in the first quarter of this year, as desired...
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SITSEBE FACE UPHILL BATTLE AFTER 1ST LEG DEFEAT

LOBAMBA – Namibia’s Brave Gladiators secured a commanding 3-0 victory over Eswatini’s Sitsebe in the first leg of their 2026 Women’s African Cup of Nations...
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VIVA SPLASHES E2K ON ‘BUCS’ STAR

MBABANE - Moneni Pirates striker Senanelo Nkambule was rewarded with E2 000 for scoring a stunning goal during the Ingwenyama Cup, courtesy of Viva Beverages,...
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‘BUFFS’ CHARGE INTO TOP FOUR

SITEKI – Young Buffaloes have reclaimed a place in the top four of the MTN Premier League after a thrilling 2-1 victory over Illovo in...
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BATTLING AMAWELE JUMP TO 3RD SPOT

MANZINI - Amawele FC edged Lozitha Spurs 1-0 in a gripping MTN National First Division League encounter at the Manzini Club Sports Ground yesterday, seizing...
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16-CLUB LEAGUE TOPS PLE EXTRAORDINARY MEET AGENDA

MBABANE – PLE Board Governors (BoGs) are expected to discuss, among other things, the proposed 16-team league at PLE Extraordinary General Assembly next week. According to...
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EDUCATED WOMEN UNLIKELY TO MARRY HOPELESS MEN

Hopeless men intrusively check their wives’ or girlfriends’ phones and monitor conversations. They frequently search through handbags and appear uninvited at their partners’ workplaces, harassing...
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BIGGER PICTURE BLURRY FOR VISIONLESS

Have you ever looked at something really small? So small you had to move your face really close to it? A small flower or perhaps...
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