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A milestone worth celebrating

Many of us are still in recovery mode after the milestone celebrations marking His Majesty King Mswati III’s 40 years on the Throne...

Power outlives justice in Mugabe deportation

Justice is often portrayed as blind - impartial, consistent and untouched by status. In principle, the law should apply equally, whether one is...

On the edge of new cartilage

As a child, I was curious and confused about the surname ‘Eitis’ to which my parents would refer; one whose first name appeared...

Reclaiming mental health, especially for black men

For many people in the black community, mental health is still a quiet conversation, one that happens behind closed doors, if it happens...

Managing the exit: Pump price dilemma

Though a fragile ceasefire has been in force for the past couple of weeks, a couple of facts remain; the Strait of Hormuz...

The King’s reaffirmation of shared rule

In a political era often defined by distance between rulers and the ruled, His Majesty King Mswati III’s recent declaration, ‘I will not...

Aligning police conduct with constitutional protection of unions

Just before the country celebrated 40 years of King Mswati III’s reign and his 58th birthday, the nation experienced once again a confrontation...

Security gains vs economic losses

Across Europe and the United States, migration policy is shifting towards tighter controls, with governments introducing stricter visa systems, more restrictive asylum procedures...

Home always matters

Ironic, isn’t it? The big boy on the block starts the fight, but when the little feller down the street pulls out a...

Doing with the intention to learn and improve

There is a quiet shift that changes everything: Moving from doing things to be perfect to doing things with the intention to learn....

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Mountain homes face demolition

MBABANE – EmaSwati who were allocated land on hills and mountainous areas could soon see their homes demolished as the Land Management Board...

Bhunu Mall incident: Project manager not qualified engineer

MANZINI – The ongoing construction of the Bhunu Mall has brought to the fore critical questions surrounding statutory compliance. At the centre of...

‘MaMkhize’ brings back black, white kit

(At Prince of Wales Sports Ground) MBABANE – It was indeed a homecoming party. This came after Mbabane Highlanders President Shauwn ‘MaMkhize’ Mkhize...

Sebakhona Clare Matisa finds new life purpose

Entering the public eye comes with a unique set of expectations. For University of Eswatini student Sebakhona Clare Matisa, national recognition arrived when...

Re-arrested Chinese nationals demand E208 million from government

MBABANE - Forty Chinese nationals who were re-arrested while trying to leave Eswatini following their conviction and sentencing for being in the country...