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CBE complex spurs local growth E160m injected, 35 Firms benefit

By Delisa Magagula The Central Bank of Eswatini (CBE) has injected over E160 million into the local economy through its landmark headquarters development in Ezulwini, involving at least 35 local…
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Gates Foundation to commit $1.6 billion for Gavi vaccine alliance

The Gates Foundation said on Tuesday it will commit $1.6 billion over the next five years to support Gavi, a public-private partnership that helps buy vaccines for the world’s poorest…
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‘AI is here, whether you like it or not,’ Minister Savannah tells MPs

By Thokozani Mazibuko Members of Parliament (MPs) participated in a transformative Training in Governance Workshop, facilitated by the Ministry of ICT in collaboration with the Royal Science and Technology Park.…
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Standard Bank injects E75,000 towards the Green School initiative

Boosting environmental education in Eswatini, Standard Bank Eswatini has proudly announced a generous donation of E75,000 towards the Green School Initiative. This initiative aims to foster a culture of sustainability…
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Regional tourist arrivals surge while overseas travel declines

By Siphesihle Dlamini Eswatini’s tourism sector is witnessing a robust rebound, as new figures from the Eswatini Tourism Authority (ETA) show a significant increase in visitor arrivals for May 2025.…
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Ghana has lost $11 billion to gold smuggling, links to UAE

Ghana is losing billions of dollars in revenue annually to smuggling from its booming artisanal gold mining sector with much of the gold flowing to the United Arab Emirates, according…
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Eswatini Mobile to invest millions into arts sector

By Delisa Magagula Eswatini Mobile has announced plans to invest millions of Emalangeni into the country’s creative industry through the sponsorship of music shows, live events, and other artistic projects.The…
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PAC demands answers as E1.3 bln overdrawn in Phalala Fund account

By Kwanele Dhladhla The Public Accounts Committee (PAC) has instructed the Ministry of Health to address the financial conundrum, which has resulted in E1.3 billion overdrawn balances in the Phalala…
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UK–Eswatini Trade Surges to E576 Million Amid Soaring Imports

by Ncaba Ntshakala The total trade between the United Kingdom (UK) and Eswatini skyrocketed by 300% to £24 million (approximately R576 million) in the year ending Q4 2024. This dramatic…
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Moz President’s commitment to do business with Eswatini pleases King

By Kwanele Dhladhla His Majesty King Mswati III has described the visit to Eswatini by Mozambique’s President, Daniel Chapo, as a step in the right direction, as discussions on development…