UPROAR AS ROADS LEVY KICKS IN TODAY

MANZINI - Government’s decision to implement the E0.40 per litre Roads Authority Levy today has ignited widespread discontent among emaSwati, prompting the National Road Transport...
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HOW 3 INMATES ESCAPED FROM PRISON ...

MBABANE - In a carefully planned escape, three accused persons, including one on trial for a string of armed robberies, yesterday fled Sidwashini Correctional Facility. The...
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EPTC’S OVER E223 000 STOLEN FROM NEDBANK

MBABANE - A significant amount of cash, totalling E223 960, has reportedly been stolen from Nedbank’s Mbabane Corporate Place Branch. According to an insider, the incident...
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PART OF SACU E10.4BN EXPECTED TODAY

MBABANE – In order to grow our economy, and reach the targeted growth rate and create jobs, we need to have money freely circulating in
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ESWATINI MOVES TOWARDS STREAMLINED BUSINESS ENVIRONMENT

MBABANE – Government in collaboration with the EIPA and international partners, is taking a major step towards improving the country’s business environment with the introduction
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NAMELESS CABAL - ESWATINI STATE CAPTURE STORY

There are times when I feel pity for our Prime Minister Russell Mmiso Dlamini. Our political system is set in such a way that he
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STANDARD BANK CHORAL SPONSORSHIP UP BY E15K

MBABANE – Standard Bank Eswatini has reaffirmed its steadfast support for the nation’s vibrant arts and culture scene by announcing a substantial E 345 000
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DAD ARRESTED FOR RAPING, IMPREGNATING DAUGHTER (15)

MANZINI - A 41-year-old man has been arrested for allegedly repeatedly raping and impregnating his 15-year-old daughter. The incident took place at Ludzeludze, where the
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WE’RE LOSING OUR SISWATI LANGUAGE

Madam,In each and every country there is a specific native language which they use to communicate with each other. In most cases, we conclude a
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ROLE OF AI IN DEVELOPING, IMPROVING SMALL BUSINESSES

In today’s fast-paced world, small businesses face numerous challenges—ranging from competition with larger corporations to limited resources for growth. As the digital age continues to
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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
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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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TRUMP CARD: A TEST FOR ESWATINI

Foreign governments face an acid test and a wake-up call as newly-inaugurated American President Donald Trump plays his trump card... Trump’s alarming and unexpected freeze on
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WILL GOVT PREVENT CASH CRISIS IN 2025/26 FULLY FUNDED BUDGET?

The 2025/26 budget speech has been successfully been presented by the ministry against the backdrop of geo-political uncertainty. The Minister for Finance, Neal Rijkenberg, as
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THE RELEVANCE OF MENTAL HEALTH IN SCHOOLS

AFTER what has been almost two months since they closed for the festive holiday season, schools are almost ready, set and scheduled for reopening this
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FAIR BUDGET MR MINISTER, BUT…

We have had fair and expectedly mixed reactions from different sectors of the society after the finance minister’s budget speech. And there is mainly a
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UPROAR AS ROADS LEVY KICKS IN TODAY

MANZINI - Government’s decision to implement the E0.40 per litre Roads Authority Levy today has ignited widespread discontent among emaSwati, prompting the National Road Transport...
Full story

HOW 3 INMATES ESCAPED FROM PRISON ...

MBABANE - In a carefully planned escape, three accused persons, including one on trial for a string of armed robberies, yesterday fled Sidwashini Correctional Facility. The...
Full story

EPTC’S OVER E223 000 STOLEN FROM NEDBANK

MBABANE - A significant amount of cash, totalling E223 960, has reportedly been stolen from Nedbank’s Mbabane Corporate Place Branch. According to an insider, the incident...
Full story

PART OF SACU E10.4BN EXPECTED TODAY

MBABANE – In order to grow our economy, and reach the targeted growth rate and create jobs, we need to have money freely circulating in...
Full story

DAD ARRESTED FOR RAPING, IMPREGNATING DAUGHTER (15)

MANZINI - A 41-year-old man has been arrested for allegedly repeatedly raping and impregnating his 15-year-old daughter. The incident took place at Ludzeludze, where the...
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AS THEY PREPARE TO SHINE ON BIG STAGE... LETTICIA, CELUMUSA IN OVER E80K BOUNTY

MBABANE – While Eswatini may not be competing on the pitch at the TotalEnergies AFCON Under-20 finals, the nation will still have its representatives at...
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INGWENYAMA CUP FINAL: ONLY 4K TICKETS REMAIN

MBABANE – As the countdown to the thrilling finale of the Ingwenyama Cup heats up, fans are urged to get in the game and secure...
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CAMEROON DRAW ELEVATES SIHLANGU

MBABANE – The national men’s football team, Sihlangu, have made a significant leap in the FIFA rankings. This follows a fairly good performance in the recent...
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ST MARY’S HIGH, LOBAMBA PRIMARY SCHOOLS SHINE

MBABANE – St Mary’s High School and Lobamba National Primary School distinguished themselves in the opening round of the EFA Under-13 and Under-19 Girls’ Schools...
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NSIZWA CHASES HISTORIC 10TH MEDAL

MBABANE – Zithande Athletics Club (ZAC) Coach Nsizwa Thwala is poised to make history as he prepares for the ultimate test of endurance. This will be...
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SOMHLOLO STADIUM HANDOVER TODAY?

MBABANE – Will it meet the required standards? This is the question on many football supporters’ minds as the Somhlolo National Stadium is set to be...
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STANDARD BANK CHORAL SPONSORSHIP UP BY E15K

MBABANE – Standard Bank Eswatini has reaffirmed its steadfast support for the nation’s vibrant arts and culture scene by announcing a substantial E 345 000...
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TINYAWO FOUNDATION TO HOST ‘EMPOWERHER PICNIC AFFAIR’

MBABANE – Tinyawo Foundation will host an ‘EmpowerHer Picnic Affair’ at Silovela Green Valley on May 3. The gathering promises to be a day dedicated...
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ESWATINI MOVES TOWARDS STREAMLINED BUSINESS ENVIRONMENT

MBABANE – Government in collaboration with the EIPA and international partners, is taking a major step towards improving the country’s business environment with the introduction...
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CBE OPENS DOORS FOR MORE BANKS TO ENHANCE COMPETITION

MBABANE – Eswatini’s financial sector is set for a major transformation as the Central Bank of Eswatini (CBE) prepares to welcome new international banks into...
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: 8% EEC Tariff Hike Cut
Does 8% cut have the potential to ease financial burdens for emaSwati?