Lubombo Women’s Cooperative Earns SWASA Certification for Organic Products
Staff Reporter · 24 April 2024
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Staff Reporter · 24 April 2024
MBABANE, Eswatini – The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has projected a 3.7% growth rate for Eswatini’s economy in 2024, as outlined in their April World Economic Outlook. This modest increase indicates a steady continuation of economic activities in the Kingdom, hinting at recovery from previous financial challenges. The anticipated size of Eswatini’s economy for the […]
Staff Reporter · 23 April 2024
MBABANE, Eswatini – AM Consultancy, an Eswatini-based firm, has garnered significant recognition at the prestigious South African Third Party Advantage Conference (TPAC) 2024, claiming three distinguished awards. Held in the Drakensberg, South Africa, from April 11-14, the ceremony on April 13 marked a momentous occasion for the local consultancy. Managing Director Anita Jones, celebrated alongside […]
Staff Reporter · 23 April 2024
MBABANE, Eswatini – The Eswatini National Provident Fund (ENPF) has officially named Futhi Tembe as its Chief Executive Officer, solidifying her role which had been in an acting capacity. This confirmation follows an announcement made by the Minister of Labour and Social Security, Hon. Phila Buthelezi, at a press conference held at Happy Valley today. […]
Staff Reporter · 22 April 2024
Nedbank reaffirmed its dedication to making a positive impact on society by announcing its sponsorship of the 19th edition of the Imvelo MTB Classic, in partnership with Big Game Parks. The sponsorship, totaling E300,000, underscores Nedbank’s commitment to using its financial expertise to benefit individuals, families, businesses, communities, and society at large. The Imvelo MTB […]
Staff Reporter · 18 April 2024
Today marks a pivotal moment for the Eswatini Revenue Service (ERS) as the Acting Minister of Finance, Honourable Mabulala Maseko, inaugurated the “Revenue Takeover” project at the ERS Head Office. This landmark initiative signals a significant shift in fiscal management, entrusting the ERS with full responsibility for collecting non-tax revenue, in accordance with the provisions […]
Staff Reporter · 18 April 2024
The Eswatini National Agricultural Marketing Board (NAMBOARD) recently welcomed the executive management team of Shoprite, along with local press representatives, for an exclusive tour of their Export Packhouse located at Encabeni. The visit provided a firsthand glimpse into NAMBOARD’s operations and underscored the fruitful partnership between the two entities. Fostering Economic Growth through Partnerships Since […]
Staff Reporter · 18 April 2024
Calling all egg producers and aspiring entrepreneurs in the Manzini Region! The Ministry of Agriculture Eswatini is excited to unveil a golden opportunity tailored just for you: the Egg Producers’ Training event. Event Details:Venue: Manzini LibraryDate: April 22, 2024 Whether you’re already in the egg production business or dreaming of entering this lucrative field, this […]
Staff Reporter · 17 April 2024
MBABANE – The Ministry of Agriculture and key stakeholders have gathered for a three-day workshop aimed at emphasizing the pivotal role of knowledge management in accurately reporting on the Malabo commitments and advancing the Biennial Review (BR) process in Eswatini. Opening the workshop, the Principal Secretary underscored the importance of robust knowledge management systems in […]
Staff Reporter · 17 April 2024
MBABANE– The Eswatini Data Protection Authority has taken a significant step in upholding data privacy and security standards by issuing certificates to registered Data Processors. This milestone follows a directive by the Authority urging all data controllers and processors to register with the authority between March 1st and September 31st, 2024, in compliance with the […]
Staff Reporter · 16 April 2024
MBABANE – The Minister of Finance, Neal Rijkenberg, and the Minister of Economic Planning and Development, Dr. Thambo Gina, along with Dr. Phil Mnisi, Governor of the Central Bank of Eswatini, are leading a high-level delegation from Eswatini in a preparatory meeting ahead of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and World Bank Group (WBG) Spring […]
Staff Reporter · 16 April 2024
MBABANE – Eswatini’s exports to the United States have witnessed a significant surge, with processed fruits and nuts leading the growth trajectory, according to data from the Observatory of Economic Complexity (OEC). The year-by-year imports from Eswatini to the United States have shown a notable increase, largely attributed to a remarkable 56.9% rise in processed […]
Staff Reporter · 16 April 2024
In a milestone for local enterprise and women’s empowerment, the Lubombo Eco Products Women’s Cooperative has officially received authorization to sell its organic products in Eswatini’s local markets. The Eswatini Standards Authority (SWASA) today awarded the cooperative a product quality certification, marking a significant achievement for the group. The Lubombo Women’s Cooperative has the distinction […]
MBABANE, Eswatini – The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has projected a 3.7% growth rate for Eswatini’s economy in 2024, as outlined in their April World Economic Outlook. This modest increase indicates a steady continuation of economic activities in the Kingdom, hinting at recovery from previous financial challenges. The anticipated size of Eswatini’s economy for the […]
MBABANE, Eswatini – AM Consultancy, an Eswatini-based firm, has garnered significant recognition at the prestigious South African Third Party Advantage Conference (TPAC) 2024, claiming three distinguished awards. Held in the Drakensberg, South Africa, from April 11-14, the ceremony on April 13 marked a momentous occasion for the local consultancy. Managing Director Anita Jones, celebrated alongside […]
MBABANE, Eswatini – The Eswatini National Provident Fund (ENPF) has officially named Futhi Tembe as its Chief Executive Officer, solidifying her role which had been in an acting capacity. This confirmation follows an announcement made by the Minister of Labour and Social Security, Hon. Phila Buthelezi, at a press conference held at Happy Valley today. […]
Nedbank reaffirmed its dedication to making a positive impact on society by announcing its sponsorship of the 19th edition of the Imvelo MTB Classic, in partnership with Big Game Parks. The sponsorship, totaling E300,000, underscores Nedbank’s commitment to using its financial expertise to benefit individuals, families, businesses, communities, and society at large. The Imvelo MTB […]
Today marks a pivotal moment for the Eswatini Revenue Service (ERS) as the Acting Minister of Finance, Honourable Mabulala Maseko, inaugurated the “Revenue Takeover” project at the ERS Head Office. This landmark initiative signals a significant shift in fiscal management, entrusting the ERS with full responsibility for collecting non-tax revenue, in accordance with the provisions […]
The Eswatini National Agricultural Marketing Board (NAMBOARD) recently welcomed the executive management team of Shoprite, along with local press representatives, for an exclusive tour of their Export Packhouse located at Encabeni. The visit provided a firsthand glimpse into NAMBOARD’s operations and underscored the fruitful partnership between the two entities. Fostering Economic Growth through Partnerships Since […]
Calling all egg producers and aspiring entrepreneurs in the Manzini Region! The Ministry of Agriculture Eswatini is excited to unveil a golden opportunity tailored just for you: the Egg Producers’ Training event. Event Details:Venue: Manzini LibraryDate: April 22, 2024 Whether you’re already in the egg production business or dreaming of entering this lucrative field, this […]
MBABANE – The Ministry of Agriculture and key stakeholders have gathered for a three-day workshop aimed at emphasizing the pivotal role of knowledge management in accurately reporting on the Malabo commitments and advancing the Biennial Review (BR) process in Eswatini. Opening the workshop, the Principal Secretary underscored the importance of robust knowledge management systems in […]
MBABANE– The Eswatini Data Protection Authority has taken a significant step in upholding data privacy and security standards by issuing certificates to registered Data Processors. This milestone follows a directive by the Authority urging all data controllers and processors to register with the authority between March 1st and September 31st, 2024, in compliance with the […]
MBABANE – The Minister of Finance, Neal Rijkenberg, and the Minister of Economic Planning and Development, Dr. Thambo Gina, along with Dr. Phil Mnisi, Governor of the Central Bank of Eswatini, are leading a high-level delegation from Eswatini in a preparatory meeting ahead of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and World Bank Group (WBG) Spring […]
MBABANE – Eswatini’s exports to the United States have witnessed a significant surge, with processed fruits and nuts leading the growth trajectory, according to data from the Observatory of Economic Complexity (OEC). The year-by-year imports from Eswatini to the United States have shown a notable increase, largely attributed to a remarkable 56.9% rise in processed […]