EFT Reporter

E1.07 bln allocation to DPMO, a historical record

By Thokozani MazibukoIn a landmark move signalling a significant commitment to social welfare, the Government of Eswatini has allocated a historic E1.07 billion to the Deputy Prime Minister’s Office (DPM)…

Govt’s E1.07bln reasons for the vulnerable to smile

By Thokozani MazibukoThe Minister of Finance, Neal Rijkenberg has finally announced the good news that the Elderly Persons have been waiting for. In a move aimed at alleviating the financial…

Eswatini 2025/26 budget increases by 11% to E32.61 billion

By Bahle GamaMinister of Finance in Eswatini, Neal Rijkenberg, presented a landmark budget for the 2025/26 financial year, amounting to a substantial E32.61 billion, marking a significant increase from the…

Why members should celebrate ENPF conversion

The Eswatini National Provident Fund (ENPF) has announced plans to convert its provident fund into a pension fund.The conversion is set to benefit members by providing them with a more…

PSAs Support Conversion of ENPF But…

By Thokozani MazibukoThe conversion of the Eswatini National Provident Fund (ENPF) into a national pension scheme has received the endorsement of Public Sector Unions (PSAs), albeit with a crucial caveat.…

Eswatini Inflation Forecast revised up for 2025

By Siphesihle DlaminiThe Eswatini Inflation Forecast 2025- 2027 has been revised upwards, now expected to hit 5.25 per cent, up from the previously anticipated 4.87 per cent.This revision follows a…

Tariff reduction to 8%: Govt heeds HMK’s call to alleviate financial burden on emaSwati

By Bahle GamaThe reduction in the electricity tariff from 14.6 per cent to 8 per cent is the government’s response to His Majesty King Mswati III’s call to have emaSwati…

‘Eswatini Arts Summit A Catalyst for Empowerment and Economic Growth’

Minister of Sports, Culture, and Youth Affairs, Bongani Nzima, recently lauded the Eswatini Arts Summit as a pivotal event for the nation’s artistic community. The summit, attended by a diverse…

Minister Nzima necessitates the creation of job opportunities for youth

By Siphesihle DlaminiMinister of Sports, Culture, and Youth Affairs, Bongani Nzima, has reiterated the Ministry’s commitment to addressing the pressing issue of youth unemployment in Eswatini. His remarks come in…

King’s call could propel Eswatini among Africa’s best healthcare systems

by Ncaba NtshakalaHis Majesty King Mswati III’s call for affordable and inclusive healthcare signals a transformative shift that could position Eswatini among the African nations with the best healthcare systems.…