Economy
Eswatini on track to exceed 2025 growth projections
MBABANE - Eswatini’s economy recorded a robust rebound in the third quarter of 2025, with real gross domestic product (GDP) growing by 5.8...
Another price hike to push consumers beyond survival point
MBABANE – As EEC seeks a 20.67 per cent hike to avoid insolvency, debt-ridden households warn that another price increase will push them...
Jele strikes late to seal thrilling Matsapha Criterium 40km
MBABANE - Eswatini’s economy showed a strong improvement in the third quarter of 2025, growing by 5.8 per cent compared to the same...
Market pressures renew SA’s push for SACU reform
MBABANE – Rising pressure in key export markets such as the United States is reigniting South Africa’s calls for reforms to the Southern...
Avoid risky borrowing – Credit association
MBABANE - The Eswatini Credit Providers Association (ECPA) has urged consumers to exercise caution when borrowing during the financially demanding month of January.The...
Credit growth surges as reserves decline
MBABANE – Eswatini’s financial system closed 2025 on a mixed note, with strong credit expansion and rising money supply signalling economic momentum.There was...
E2.6bn SACU receipts: Payment of suppliers priority
MBABANE – Yesterday, the country received E2.6 billion from the Southern African Customs Union (SACU).This money received by the kingdom from SACU comes...
EEC applies for average 20.67% tariff hike
MBABANE - EEC has applied for an average electricity tariff increase of 20.67 per cent for the 2026/27 financial year.The entity has cited...
Power hike proposal sparks public anger
MBABANE - The proposed electricity tariff increase that could see E100 buying as little as 32 units has triggered a wave of public...
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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...
Home Affairs Corruption: Cleaners fired for selling marriage certificates
MBABANE – Two Ministry of Home Affairs cleaners have been dismissed from the public service after admitting to soliciting money from the public....
