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Letshego Granted Provisional License to Launch Digital Bank in Eswatini

Mbabane, Eswatini – The Central Bank of Eswatini (CBE) has officially announced the issuance of a provisional banking license to Letshego Eswatini Bank in-organisation (LEB), marking a significant milestone in the expansion of Eswatini’s digital financial landscape. Currently operating as Letshego Financial Services Eswatini, the institution has been greenlit to transition into a fully operational […]

Staff Reporter19 June 2025

News

Eswatini Vows to Cut High Data Costs for Inclusive Digital Growth

Vienna, Austria – Eswatini’s Minister of Finance, Neal Rijkenberg, has reaffirmed the government’s commitment to reducing data costs and ensuring universal digital access, especially for underserved communities. Speaking during a panel discussion at the OPEC Fund Development Forum 2025 under the theme “Digital Acceleration for Growth and Inclusion,” Rijkenberg emphasized that despite some reductions, the […]

Staff Reporter18 June 2025

News

Powering Up Africa’s Energy Future: Prince Lonkhokhela Advocates for Collaboration and Transparency at Africa Energy Forum

CAPE TOWN, SOUTH AFRICA – Eswatini’s Honourable Minister of Natural Resources and Energy, HRH Prince Lonkhokhela, has called for deeper collaboration between public and private stakeholders and enhanced project transparency to accelerate energy development across Africa. Speaking at the 27th Africa Energy Forum (AEF), held from June 17–20, 2025, at the Cape Town International Convention […]

Staff Reporter18 June 2025

Business

Minister Rijkenberg Unpacks Loan Bills Passed in Parliament: What They Mean for Eswatini’s Economic Future

Catch the Minister of Finance, Hon. Neal Rijkenberg, as he breaks down the recently tabled and passed loan bills in Parliament. In this in-depth update, the Minister explains what these financial decisions mean for Eswatini’s economy—covering their purpose, long-term impact, and how they align with national development goals. Stay informed on how your government is […]

Staff Reporter18 June 2025

Health

Eswatini Breaks Ground on First World-Standard Medical and Pharmaceutical Waste Treatment Plant

MATSAPHA – In a landmark development for the Kingdom of Eswatini’s healthcare and environmental management sectors, the Ministry of Health, in collaboration with the Ministry of Housing and Urban Development and the Matsapha Town Council, officially broke ground today on the country’s first world-standard medical and pharmaceutical waste treatment plant. The groundbreaking ceremony, held at […]

Staff Reporter12 June 2025

News

ICJ Ruling Reignites Eswatini’s Hope for Land Restoration in South Africa

MBABANE – A recent ruling by the International Court of Justice (ICJ) concerning a border dispute between Gabon and Equatorial Guinea has sparked renewed optimism in Eswatini over its own long-standing claims to land in South Africa. Eswatini is currently pursuing the reclamation of territories historically taken during colonial times. This effort is being led […]

Staff Reporter31 May 2025

News

His Majesty Unveils E5.2 Billion Strategic Oil Reserve: A Bold Leap for Eswatini’s Energy Future

LOBAMBA – In a historic moment for Eswatini, His Majesty King Mswati III has officially unveiled the E5.2 billion Strategic Oil Reserve Model — a monumental infrastructure project set to transform the Kingdom’s energy landscape and enhance national economic resilience. Launched in partnership with the Government of Taiwan, the Strategic Oil Reserve is not just […]

Staff Reporter31 May 2025

Business

Competition Commission Unconditionally Clears Major Acquisitions in Agriculture and ICT

MBABANE, 21 May 2025 – The Eswatini Competition Commission has granted unconditional approval to two landmark transactions that will reshape ownership in the country’s dairy and information-technology sectors. The Technical Committee of the Board of Commissioners, having carefully evaluated both deals for competition and public interest effects, raised no objections and imposed no conditions. Local […]

Staff Reporter21 May 2025

Business

Manqoba Khumalo Launches 57th Eswatini International Trade Fair in Manzini

Manzini, May 16, 2025 – The Minister of Commerce, Industry and Trade, Manqoba Khumalo, officially inaugurated the preparations for the 57th Eswatini International Trade Fair (EITF) today at the Mavuso Trade and Exhibition Centre. Organized by the Eswatini Investment Promotion Authority (EIPA), this year’s fair is themed “Digital Transformation 2.0: Creating Business Networks.” In his […]

Staff Reporter16 May 2025

Business

Eswatini’s Inaugural Investment Conference Secures Over E37 Billion in Pledges

Ezulwini, — The Kingdom of Eswatini yesterday closed its first-ever Investment Conference with resounding success, as delegates pledged more than E37 billion toward both new ventures and expansions across key sectors. The landmark event—hosted by the Eswatini Investment Promotion Authority (EIPA) in partnership with the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) Secretariat, the International Trade […]

Staff Reporter16 May 2025

Entertainment

Nothando Hlophe to Record Historic Live Album at Mavuso Trade Centre on June 7

MBABANE, Eswatini (May 12, 2025) — Gospel artist Nothando Hlophe is set to host a landmark live recording event at the Mavuso Trade Centre on June 7, promising an evening of powerful worship and celebration. Dubbed “A New Dawn,” the concert marks what the singer describes as a historic moment in her career—and in Eswatini’s […]

Staff Reporter12 May 2025

Health

Hand Hygiene Day Commemoration Highlights Sharp Decline in Compliance

This morning, health officials and community members across Eswatini gathered to mark World Hand Hygiene Day under the theme “It Must Be Gloves, but It’s Still Hand Hygiene.” The event, hosted by Health Promotion Eswatini, underscored the critical importance of proper hand hygiene in preventing infections and safeguarding public health. Delivering the keynote address, Dr […]

Staff Reporter5 May 2025

Letshego Granted Provisional License to Launch Digital Bank in Eswatini

Eswatini Vows to Cut High Data Costs for Inclusive Digital Growth

Powering Up Africa’s Energy Future: Prince Lonkhokhela Advocates for Collaboration and Transparency at Africa Energy Forum

Minister Rijkenberg Unpacks Loan Bills Passed in Parliament: What They Mean for Eswatini’s Economic Future

Eswatini Breaks Ground on First World-Standard Medical and Pharmaceutical Waste Treatment Plant

ICJ Ruling Reignites Eswatini’s Hope for Land Restoration in South Africa

His Majesty Unveils E5.2 Billion Strategic Oil Reserve: A Bold Leap for Eswatini’s Energy Future

Competition Commission Unconditionally Clears Major Acquisitions in Agriculture and ICT

Manqoba Khumalo Launches 57th Eswatini International Trade Fair in Manzini

Eswatini’s Inaugural Investment Conference Secures Over E37 Billion in Pledges

Nothando Hlophe to Record Historic Live Album at Mavuso Trade Centre on June 7

Hand Hygiene Day Commemoration Highlights Sharp Decline in Compliance

Kwasukasukela Storybook Brings African Stories to Life Through Fashion

Eswatini inflation cools to 2.6% in June, signaling macroeconomic stability

Eswatini Commerce Minister Strengthens Trade Ties in Brussels Courtesy Call

FNB Eswatini Challenge returns with record E2.5 million prize pool