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Will 2026 budget speech offer hope for poor Eswatini

Before address the topic for today, I would like to add my voice on the reckless statement that is attributed to the Minister...

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Will World Forum address people-centric issues or…?

Hundreds of top political leaders from around the world, including close to 65 heads of State and government, about 850 top CEOs and...

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Education main door out of poverty

The schools are opening on the January 27, 2026.  I would like us to think aloud about why all stakeholders in the education...

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Will 2026 offer better opportunities, hope?

We are grateful that we are now in 2026. Those who have made it have an opportunity to pursue their dreams.  Once again,...

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Reflecting on 2025

It is with deep gratitude to the Almighty God that we have made it to 2026.  The reality is that many who wished...

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Let govt have compassion for US immigrants

We have just celebrated Christmas, which is a day the global community celebrates the birth of Christ. His birth was unique, primarily due...

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Share with less fortunate neighbours

The festive season is upon us. Lucky workers are smiling as they get their bonuses and or 13th cheque payments.  The reality for...

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Human Rights violations mimic pre-1948 era

Eswatini and the global community commemorated Human Rights Day on December 10. It’s a culmination of 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence...

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HIV/AIDS fight now depends on what we do

On December 1, 2025, Eswatini and the global community at large participated in commemorating the World AIDS Day 2025, under the theme, ‘Overcoming...

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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...

RFM finance clerk charged for E133 754 fraud

MANZINI – A 50-year-old finance clerk employed by Raleigh Fitkin Memorial (RFM) Hospital has been charged with fraud after an internal audit uncovered...

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....