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CIC and Stakeholders to ease compliance terms

The Construction Industry Council (CIC) and its counterparts have committed to easing the compliance burden on businesses within the sector. CIC CEO Maqhawe Mnisi acknowledged the significant costs associated with…

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Financial Inclusion High in Eswatini

By Delisa Thwala The recently launched Digital Readiness Assessment (DRA) report has revealed that Financial inclusion is high in Eswatini. According to the National Financial Inclusion Strategy II (2023-2028) financial…

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Mining boom in South Africa sets stage for growth in Eswatini’s mining sector

By Ncaba NtshakalaThe recent surge in South Africa’s mining production, which increased by 4.7% year-on-year in September 2024, has surpassed expectations and provides a strong indication of the sector’s resilience…

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Minister of ICT lauds youth innovation

By Thokozani Mazibuko The Minister of Information Communication and Technology (ICT), Savannah Maziya, in a voice of the Principal Secretary, Phesheya Dube, delivered an inspiring speech at the Code for…

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A Bridge to the Future: How Technology Can Elevate Landlocked Countries Like Eswatini

By Lwazi Dlamini Pholile Shakantu, the Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, believes that Landlocked Developing Countries (LLDCs) should harness innovation and technological progress to overcome challenges in trade…

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SA Reserve Bank to cut rates 25 bps to 8.00% on Sept. 19

SA Reserve Bank By Vuyani Ndaba South Africa’s Reserve Bank is expected to cut interest rates for the first time in more than two years – by 25 basis points to…

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Ronnie’s sharp pencil redefined Eswatini’s portraiture!

Ronnie’s sharp pencil redefined Eswatini’s portraiture! By Siphesihle Dlamini Step into the mesmerizing world of artistry with Ronnie Dlalapencil, the visionary artist wielding a pencil like no other.  Eswatini Financial…

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Boost for MK Party as Floyd Shivambu crosses floor

Floyd Shivambu JOHANNESBURG – The deputy leader of the South African opposition party the Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) said on Thursday he was resigning to join the party led by former president Jacob Zuma, uMkhonto we Sizwe…

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South Africa’s Standard Bank posts 4% rise in half-year profit

JOHANNESBURG, Aug 15 (Reuters) – Africa’s biggest lender by assets Standard Bank said on Thursday its half-year profit rose by 4%, with performance supported by franchise growth in its banking businesses…

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Standard Bank Luju Food and Lifestyle Festival

A catalyst for creative growth and market expansion in Eswatini By Siphesihle Dlamini The Standard Bank Luju Food and Lifestyle Festival has emerged as a transformative platform for creatives in…

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