The Female Voice
War beyond the battlefield
War has long been one of the most devastating human experiences, leaving deep scars on societies and individuals alike. While its consequences affect...
Easter through different lenses
As the Easter holidays approach, many of us look forward to a well-deserved long weekend, a pause from routine, a chance to rest,...
When Women’s Day looks like Mother’s Day
Every year on March 8, the world commemorates International Women’s Day, a day meant to celebrate women’s achievements while reflecting on the ongoing...
The invisible silence
There is a particular kind of silence that exists in our homes, our families and our communities. It is not the peaceful quiet...
Equality trending but women still do everything
Equality has never been more fashionable. We hashtag it, panel it, fund it and post about it. We speak fluently about gender justice,...
Cost of silence hurts society
Silence is often mistaken for neutrality. In reality, silence can be one of the most powerful forces sustaining injustice. When discrimination is normalised...
Education should unite not exclude
Schools are meant to be places of safety, learning and growth for every child. They are spaces where young people should feel protected,...
Protect young lives, please!
Every school day begins with hope. Parents watch their children put on uniforms, shoulder backpacks, and step out the door with dreams of...
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Mountain homes face demolition
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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...
Public transport fares could increase by 25%
LOBAMBA – Public transport fares could increase by up to 25 per cent under a proposed adjustment by the Ministry of Public Works...
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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....
Pressure of being strong all the time
There is a quiet expectation placed on many women, that strength is not a choice, but a requirement. It is not the kind...
ByNomsa Mbuli21 April 2026