Brutal Truth
Private sector stagnation weakens economic resilience
We are living in an era of rapid global transformation.Platforms such as the G20, whose leaders are convened in neighbouring South Africa to...
A nation restless beneath the surface
Our country, Eswatini, is often described as serene, gentle and culturally anchored in a way that sets it apart in a rapidly changing...
Patriotism thrives with dignity, shared progress
Our country, Eswatini, is often described as serene, gentle and culturally anchored in a way that sets it apart in a rapidly changing...
Do we have vision for cannabis value?
As the world increasingly recognises the economic and healing potential of cannabis, it feels like our nation, Eswatini, is being left behind, held...
No job creation, just bread increase
The recent government approval of a seven per cent increase in the price of bread, allegedly at the behest of the country’s Bakers...
Regulating churches: Should we worry?
The Eswatini Government’s Ministry of Home Affairs recently extended an invitation to the nation’s religious institutions. The purpose was a ‘national stakeholders’ meeting,...
Solving brain drain challenges is very crucial
“Before the exiled can return, the homeland must become a place where dreams are not exiled.” - Anonymous When His Majesty King Mswati III...
EmaSwati-led businesses are a must
The true spirit of a city isn’t housed in its grand monuments or government halls, but rather vibrates in its commerce: The lively...
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Hitman, healer at centre of State’s murder case against Mashumi
MBABANE – A suspected hitman and a traditional healer are at the centre of the State’s case against Mashumi Andreas Shongwe. The two,...
Sthombesihle: Culture meets couture
From the quiet village of Mbekelweni to the vibrant high-fashion red carpets of Eswatini, Sthombesihle Dlamini is carving out a distinctive space as...
DRC multi-sport club for ‘Birds’ takeover
MBABANE – A Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) multi-sport club has agreed in principle to a takeover of Mbabane Swallows. Although the process...
AfDB-funded road project seeks 5% increase in Eswatini-SA-Moz trade
MBABANE – The AfDB-funded Road Infrastructure Improvement Programme Phase I is expected to increase trade volumes with South Africa and Mozambique by 5...
IMF predicts slower growth
MBABANE – The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has projected that Eswatini’s economic growth will slow in 2026. This is reportedly because the country...
Pay gap or power play? The uncomfortable truth
Let’s not mince words...When the news broke that Eswatini’s politicians, specifically our Members of Parliament, had pocketed staggering salary adjustments - reportedly a...
ByAlex Nxumalo29 November 2025