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The goat-smuggling saga just keeps getting wilder.   |   Barely weeks after one teacher was convicted for kissing a pupil, another, a 54-year-old from Ejubukweni High, has been arrested for allegedly touching a 16-year-old pupil’s breast.   |   The fire that tore through Mankayane Government Hospital last night has left the facility temporarily out of action.   |   Ubombo Sugar Limited is today signing a landmark Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) that sets in motion a E1.5 billion cogeneration expansion project, one of the country’s biggest private-sector energy investments. Click for more   |   Two Eswatini under-15 stars shine in CAF African Schools Championships/COSAFA Qualifiers Best XI! Captain Sisekelo Shongwe and Anele Dlamini make the cut!   |   Central Bank of Eswatini Governor Dr Phil Mnisi has today presented the 2025 Financial Stability Review, revealing that the kingdom’s financial system remains moderately resilient despite global uncertainty.   |   Ndzingeni Inkhundla didn’t escape Tuesday’s furious storm   |   The Umbutfo Eswatini Defence Force has announced a major shuffle in its communications wing   |   Relief has finally reached the evicted families of Mbondzela, and this time, it’s coming with brick and mortar   |   The Minister for Finance Neal Rijkenberg has announced that government will not issue early December salaries this year   |   NGONINI FC STRIKES GOLD: Big cheers for Ngonini FC!   |   Public Health Inspectors from the Mbabane Municipality made a morning stop at the city today, doing what they do best: rescuing us from expired tins and suspicious-looking snacks lurking on the shelves   |   MTN Eswatini has rolled out a fresh business innovation at its End-of-Year Business Luncheon, drawing in companies from across the country. Click for more   |   Shiselweni Serious Crimes Unit is looking for Khundu Matsebula (55) of Mpini, a suspect in a murder case that has shaken the Ngudzeni (Tidulini) community.   |   he Manzini Police are on the hunt for Thandeka Mamba (33) of Mangwaneni, Mbabane, wanted over a case of theft by false pretence. Click her for more   |   The Kingdom of Eswatini is alive with energy as it hosts the 44th AAPAM Round Table Conference.   |   MTN brought together SMEs and big corporates to unpack one big question: how do you actually use AI to work smarter today?   |   BUFE is back with the second session of its Tax Indaba at the Theatre Club, giving businesses the tools, clarity, and confidence they need to meet their tax obligations   |   Today marks the first day of the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence and One Billion Rising Eswatini hit the ground running.   |   KEAS is hosting its Annual Research Conference at The George Hotel, exploring how science can drive Eswatini’s development agenda.   |   The rains aren’t letting up, and neither is the danger on our roads. The Royal Eswatini Police Service is urging motorists to take it slow   |   Today, the University of Eswatini celebrated World Television Day for the very first time, marking a historic moment as the campus welcomed the nation’s TV stations.   |   The National Commissioner of Police’s reward, that was announced after the kidnapping and murder of eight-year-old Tifezile Gwebu of Jericho, has now found its rightful claimant: the community member who captured the wanted suspect, Michael Hlatjwako.   |   Michael Hlatshwako (30), the man accused of abducting and killing eight-year-old Tifezile Gwebu has made his first appearance before the Shiselweni Magistrates Court.   |   The Construction Industry Council and the Eswatini Standards Authority have today signed a landmark MoU, paving the way for stronger collaboration and tougher compliance across the sector. Click for more   |   With all the waiting and preparations, it is now official, the Boxer Store will not open today.   |   Shoppers arrived as early as 6am… but the doors stayed shut. Mbabane Boxer Store’s opening has been delayed   |   A 35-year-old maid, Nomphumelelo Dlamini from Kakhoza has allegedly turned a humble cleaning job into a high-stakes embezzlement operation, disappearing with a jaw-dropping E100 000 in cash from her employer at Liqhaga Flats in Manzini   |   Moments after hearing he would serve five years behind bars, without the option of a fine, Pastor Bongi Phiri collapsed. Click for more   |   VIVA Beverages has just sealed a partnership with the Manzini Regional Football Association. Click for more   |   The Construction Industry Council (CIC) has officially wrapped up its Contract Management Training for Project Owners   |   SNAT rolled out its ‘Go Public, Fund Education’ campaign. Click for more   |   Diabetes now accounts for a growing share of the world’s health burden. Click for more   |   An accident at Baha’i on the Malagwane Hill is slowing traffic   |   Prosecutor Bongani Cedric Ngwenya (57) makes his first court appearance   |   Slay-Caps and Gowns, it’s graduation day! The sun is out at Mavuso Trade and Exhibition Centre. Click here for more   |   Representatives from different faith groups have arrived for submissions at the ongoing stakeholder meeting   |   entrepreneurs, policymakers and business support institutions will gather to chart the future of Eswatini’s MSMEs   |   Prime Minister Russell Dlamini officially opened a workshop for the PMO Parliament Portfolio Committee on the Police Regulations 2025   |   The Minister for Home Affairs has assured faith leaders that government isn’t trying to police belief   |   The Premier League of Eswatini has issued a strict warning. Click here for more   |   The first session of the Ministry of Home Affairs’ discussions on shaping a national policy for religious institutions is underway   |   The Municipal Council of Manzini is hosting its 2024/25 Annual General Meeting at The George Hotel. Click here for more   |   Somnjalose High School Headteacher Macandza Mamba takes the Ministry of Education to task . Click for more   |   Around 50 government suppliers gathered outside the Treasury Department today, demanding payment for services rendered.   |   Nhlangano Health Centre has received a vital upgrade!   |   The Ministry of Home Affairs is inviting leaders from all faiths to two crucial sessions to discuss a new policy for religious institutions. Click here for more   |   he Minister of Housing and Urban Development has appointed a Commission of Enquiry to probe the troubles that have long plagued the Hlatikhulu Town Board   |   Killarney Sports Ground is having a facelift. Click for more   |   The Build it U-13 National Championship will be played at Somhlolo National Stadium   |   Spokesperson Alpheous Nxumalo has issued a formal apology to Their Majesties, Prime Minister Russell Dlamini. Click here for more   |   You’ll pay 45 cents less per litre for petrol, diesel and paraffin from midnight on Thursday   |   What began as an ordinary midday trip from Simunye to Mhlume turned tragic when a kombi burst a tyre near Maphiveni and overturned. Click here for more   |   Former Ngwempisi Member of Parliament Mthandeni Dube is among 12 inmates granted conditional freedom today. Click here for more   |  
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