Opinion

PM denounces leaks as a well-planned strategy to cause global economic resentment towards Eswatini

By Siphesihle DlaminiPrime Minister Russell Dlamini provided insights into the ongoing investigation surrounding the leaks from the Eswatini Financial Intelligence Unit (EFIU). The Prime Minister asserted that the unauthorized dissemination…

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World Bank injects E3 million to revamp collapsing UNESWA through Task Team

by Ncaba Ntshakala The World Bank has pumped an amount of E3 million to support the work of the UNESWA Task Team, which is a strategic initiative set at revitalizing…

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Eswatini produces 35-tonnes of honey annually

By Ncaba NtshakalaThe Kingdom of Eswatini has reported an annual honey production of 35 tonnes, a figure that, while commendable, reveals the untapped potential in the country’s apiculture industry. This…

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Erriyon Knighton’s case shows ‘USADA is a law unto itself’

US athlete Erriyon KnightonBy Abbey Makoe “Power tends to corrupt, and absolute power corrupts absolutely.” These powerful words, which originated as a comment in a letter written by English historian John…

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MSMEs form backbone of the Eswatini economy

Micro, Small and Medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs).By Ncaba NtshakalaMicro, Small and Medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs) play a crucial role in contributing to the economy of Eswatini. These businesses form the backbone of…

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Fed’s hawkish stance spooks investors

The U.S. central bank left interest rates unchanged on Wednesday, in line with market expectations.By Davide Barbuscia and David RandallNEW YORK – The Federal Reserve’s plans for a prolonged period…

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Counting the cost of contagion fears from Africa coups

FILE PHOTO: Gabon coup leader General Brice Oligui Nguema is sworn in as interim president during his swearing-in ceremony, in Libreville, Gabon, September 4, 2023. REUTERS/Stringer/File PhotoBy Libby George and…

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Young Swati girls author e-books using AI

Techno Friends Eswatini took home E55 000 for third place position in the ESCCOM Innovation challenge.By Nokukhanya Musi – AimienohoSiwakhile Mthetwa (12 years) is among 35 girls ranging from 6…

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EFT July 29 – August 4 Edition

Front page of the EFT

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Russia must stop using food as a weapon

Josep Borrell Fontelles, High Representative of the Union for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy and Vice-President of the European CommissionBy Josep Borrell FontellesHigh Representative of the Union for Foreign Affairs…

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