Eswatini Financial Times

Economy

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…

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PSAs Support Conversion of ENPF But…

By Thokozani Mazibuko The 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…

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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…

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

By Bahle Gama The 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…

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‘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…

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Minister Nzima necessitates the creation of job opportunities for youth

By Siphesihle Dlamini Minister 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…

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

by Ncaba Ntshakala His 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…

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King calls for affordable and inclusive healthcare for all emaSwati

by Ncaba Ntshakala His Majesty King Mswati III has called for an improved and affordable healthcare system that ensures every LiSwati has access to quality medical services, regardless of their…

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Threat of PEPFAR funding halt could reverse gains in HIV and TB response in Eswatini

By Siphesihle Dlamini The potential freeze on PEPFAR (President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief) funding, which was an executive order issued by US President Donald Trump on January 20, 2025,…

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INCREASE IN ELDERLY GRANTS AMID INFLATION CONCERNS

By Bahle Gama In response to the growing economic challenges facing the nation, particularly the rising costs of essential services like electricity and water, His Majesty King Mswati III has…

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