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South African rand gains amid unease over Trump’s tariff plans

South Africa’s rand edged higher early on Wednesday, as investors mulled over U.S. President Donald Trump’s reciprocal tariff plans which they fear will cause an economic slowdown.At 0707 GMT, the…

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68% of Emaswati can’t handle their finances

By Delisa Magagula Recent statistics paint a troubling picture of financial literacy levels in the country. According to the latest report, only 26% of citizens demonstrate overall financial capability, while…

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GOVT WEIGHS-IN ON ESWATINIMED DEBACLE

By Kwanele Dhladhla Acting Prime Minister Thuli Dladla has maintained that they intervened in the EswatiniMed debacle to protect the interests of the nation and would continue to do so…

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Dollar slips from three-week high as tariff uncertainty lingers

The dollar fell slightly from an almost three-week high on Tuesday after rising earlier in the session as currencies continued to waver on the back of uncertainty about tariffs.U.S. President…

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US consumers slow spending as inflation bites

U.S. consumers are starting to curb their spending in response to high prices and a worsening economic outlook, according to consumer finance company Synchrony Financial (SYF.N), opens new tab.Americans have…

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FINCORP has E1.5 billion circulating among clients

By Delisa Magagula The Eswatini Development Finance Corporation (FINCORP) has reinforced its financial position with over E1.5 billion actively circulating among its clients. In a strategic move, the institution has…

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Labour inspections drop by 12% due to resource constraints, says Ministry report

by Ncaba NtshakalaThe Ministry of Labour and Social Security’s Annual Report for 2024/25 has revealed a 12% decline in labour inspections across the country, attributing the decrease to limited resources,…

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New Maize disease threatens farmers, Pannar offers a solution

By Bahle GamaA newly emerging maize disease, Goss’s Bacterial Wilt and Leaf Blight, has been detected in South Africa, sparking concerns among farmers and agricultural experts. The disease, which can…

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African armyworm plague spreads across Eswatini.

By Delisa Thwala A devastating invasion of African armyworms has been reported across Eswatini, leaving farmers and rural communities anxious about the destruction of grazing lands and small plants. The…

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Government in the Red? Finance Minister promises relief by April

By Delisa Thwala The Eswatini government is facing a cash flow squeeze, resulting in delayed payments to suppliers, but Finance Minister Neal Rijkenberg has assured that the situation will improve…

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