Eswatini Financial Times

Economic growth

Eswatini’s E1.8 bln IDA loan to light up 50,000 homesteads by 2030

By Kwanele Dhladhla The Ministry of Finance has tabled a loan before Parliament, which seeks to raise E1.8 billion (37 million Euros) to provide electrification to 50 000 homesteads in…

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Eswatini Bank invests close to E1 billion into economy

By Lwazi Dlamini Eswatini Bank’s commitment to building a resilient and inclusive economy has been demonstrated by the close to E1 billion investment strategically channelled into the SMME, Agri-business and…

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South Africa wants $100 a barrel oil before selling more crude stocks

South Africa will wait for global oil prices to rise to around $100 a barrel before selling more of its strategic crude reserves, a senior energy official told Reuters. The…

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Inyatsi group boasts near billion-dollar turnover, half-led by women

By Delisa Magagula Addressing the Eswatini Investment Conference, Maloma Colliery CEO Jabu Shabangu began by stating that it was a profound honour to be present and to discuss the vital…

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Eswatini to launch sovereign wealth fund – PM

By Delisa Magagula Prime Minister Russell Mmiso Dlamini has announced the establishment of a Sovereign Wealth Fund as part of His Majesty’s Government’s ambitious Programme of Action aimed at boosting…

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THANK YOU JOSE!………….FROM ‘PLUMBER’ TO MASTER CRAFTSMAN!

My dearest readers………….I always consider myself as an unflappable individual who rarely shows emotions or cracks up under any form of pressure especially when it comes to my first love…

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Eswatini Tourism scores big with Easter Campaign

By Siphesihle Dlamini The Eswatini Tourism Authority (ETA) has successfully wrapped up one of its most impactful digital campaigns to date. Running from March 22 to April 30, 2025, the…

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Trump administration fined this low-income migrant $1.8 million

Wendy Ortiz was surprised to find out she was being fined by U.S. immigration authorities for being in the country illegally – but it was the amount that truly shocked…

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Minister Finance testifies to stability, growth in Eswatini

By Delisa Magagula Minister of Finance, Neal Rijkenberg, has asserted that Eswatini presents a ‘lovely opportunity’ for businesses, citing his 25 years of experience in the country. He emphasized the…

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Eswatini Tourism signs MoU with KwaZulu Natal Tourism & Film

By Siphesihle Dlamini Enhancing regional tourism, Eswatini Tourism and KwaZulu Natal Tourism & Film have formalized their partnership through a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU). This landmark agreement aims to bolster…

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