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Ashmond Nzima is an award-winning sports journalist from the University of Eswatini with over 15 years of industry experience. Currently serving as Sports Editor and having previously worked as Business Editor, he is dedicated to delivering accurate, compelling and impactful journalism.

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Major benefactor of Zimbabwe champions Scottland FC Wicknell Chivayo (L) has died in a helicopter crash. (Pic: Soccer24 Zimbabwe)
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Kwakhe’s  Zim team mourn generous sponsor Chivayo

MBABANE – Eswatini international Kwakhe Thwala’s Scottland FC has been plunged into deep mourning following the death of major benefactor Wicknell Chivayo in...

EFA could receive a massive financial boost from FIFA's record World Cup revenues. (Pic: Supplied)
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FIFA paves way for E163m EFA windfall

MBABANE — The Eswatini Football Association (EFA) could receive a massive financial boost from FIFA's record World Cup revenues. In official correspondence obtained...

South Africa Men’s Netball Team Coach Shiko Mokaila has lauded Eswatini. (Pic: Supplied)
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SA coach hails Eswatini’s netball stars

MBABANE – South Africa Men’s Netball Team Coach Shiko Mokaila has lauded Eswatini’s standout stars following their fierce battles at the Netball Africa...

Demand for the 2026 Imbube Marathon has reached fever pitch, with race organisers confirming that the popular 10km category is officially sold out. (Pic: Sanele Jele)
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Rush for Imbube Marathon as 10km sells out

MBABANE — Demand for the 2026 Imbube Marathon has reached fever pitch, with race organisers confirming that the popular 10km category is officially...

Mbabane Highlanders AM President Shauwn ‘MaMkhize’ Mkhize led the team's Heritage Day celebrations at Mantenga Cultural Village. (Pics: Mbabane Highlanders AM Facebook)
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MaMkhize’s Eswatini team celebrate SA’s Heritage Day

EZULWINI — Mbabane Highlanders AM President Shauwn ‘MaMkhize’ Mkhize led the team's Heritage Day celebrations at Mantenga Cultural Village in a vibrant display...

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Agonising wait for Eswatini marathoners

MBABANE — Across Eswatini today, phone screens are being refreshed with a nervous intensity usually reserved for the final kilometres of a gruelling...

Eswatini will make its historic debut at the FIFA Under-15 World Cup in Baku, Azerbaijan. (Pic: COSAFA)
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Eswatini set for historic FIFA World Cup debut

MBABANE — Eswatini will make its historic debut at the FIFA Under-15 World Cup in Baku, Azerbaijan, marking its first appearance at a...

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Eswatini ultra-runner conquers over 100km for ‘Tsontso’

MBABANE – Eswatini ultra-marathon star Andreas Simelane braved cold temperatures and continuous drizzle to complete a gruelling 109km tribute run for slain South...

Thousands of hopefuls, including a vast contingent of emaSwati, risk missing out on the historic Comrades Marathon on June 13, 2027. (Pic: Comrades Marathon Facebook)
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Ballot threatens emaSwati’s 100th Comrades Marathon dreams

MBABANE - For decades, the gruelling Comrades Marathon has served as the ultimate test of endurance for Eswatini’s long-distance elite and everyday enthusiasts...

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New bus fares to take effect next week

MANZINI – Commuters will start paying higher bus fares next week after transport operators begin displaying notices announcing the revised tariffs. The new...

Farmers urged to sell livestock as over 50 cattle die

NHLANGANO - Farmers in the Shiselweni Region have been urged to sell their livestock as over 50 cattle have died due to the ...

Illegal foreign-owned businesses given 1 year to close

LOBAMBA – Foreign-owned businesses found operating in violation of the country’s laws and regulations have been given 12 months to regularise their operations...

President hosts Team Eswatini to dinner in Dakar

DAKAR – Team Eswatini athletes received words of encouragement from the country's Olympic leadership during a special dinner hosted by the EOCGA President ...

Another cup final for MaMkhize’s Eswatini team

(At Somhlolo National Stadium) Highlanders AM.....(0)0 Ubombo Sugar........(0)0  Highlanders won 5-3 on penalties) MBABANE - Mbabane Highlanders AM reached the PLE Charity Cup...