- 27 January 2025
- EFT Reporter
PM unveils comprehensive Health Initiative
Prime Minister Russell Mmiso Dlamini announced sweeping reforms to the Ministry of Health’s programs during the closing remarks of the recent Cabinet Retreat held at the Royal Villas in Ezulwini.…
Read More- 25 January 2025
- EFT Reporter
SACU receipts decline poses challenges as govt moves to stabilize the fiscus
By Ncaba Ntshakala The Minister of Finance, Neal Rijkenberg, has highlighted the significant decline in Southern African Customs Union (SACU) receipts as a pressing fiscal challenge facing Eswatini. Speaking during…
Read More- 20 January 2025
- EFT Reporter
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT TOP PRIORITY IN EWADE’S MNWAP’S PROJECT
By Lwazi DlaminiThe Eswatini Water and Agricultural Development Enterprise (EWADE) Mkhondvo-Ngwavuma Water Augmentation Project has a four-pronged approach with economic development the main priority.The other three areas of priorities are,…
Read More- 18 January 2025
- EFT Reporter
Inyatsi Foundation pumps E100 000 donation to boost disaster relief efforts
By Ncaba NtshakalaInyatsi Foundation has taken a compassionate and impactful step in supporting emaSwati struggling with the devastating aftermath of recent natural disasters by donating food parcels, blankets, and mattresses…
Read More- 18 January 2025
- EFT Reporter
SACU revenue declines by 20.4%, E2.66 billion shortfall in 2025/26
By Ncaba NtshakalaThe Kingdom of Eswatini has experienced a significant decline in Southern African Customs Union (SACU) revenue for the 2025/26 fiscal year, marking a 20.4 per cent reduction compared…
Read More- 16 January 2025
- EFT Reporter
Exchange rate risks loom despite growth prospects
By Thokozani Mazibuko Africa’s economic outlook for 2025 presents a paradox: substantial growth potential coupled with heightened exchange rate risks.As nations across the continent strive to stabilize their economies amid…
Read More- 14 January 2025
- EFT Reporter
Mpakeni Dam expected to start irrigation in 2027-2028
By Bahle GamaMinister of Finance Neal Rijkenberg says the Mpakeni Dam is expected to start the first irrigation around 2027-2028, and from then, it will have a huge expansion.In a…
Read More- 14 January 2025
- EFT Reporter
Uncle Waffles in over E1 Mln lawsuit
By Siphesihle DlaminiEswatini-born and world-acclaimed DJ Uncle Waffles, born Lungelihle Zwane, is at the centre of a legal dispute involving an E1 million lawsuit filed by a promoter in East…
Read More- 13 January 2025
- EFT Reporter
World Vision Eswatini Secures E341 Million in Funding, Empowers Over 180,000 Lives
by Ncaba NtshakalaWorld Vision Eswatini (WVE) has achieved a major milestone, securing E341 million (US$18.102 million) in funding for the financial year ending September 30, 2024. This marks an increase…
Read More- 11 January 2025
- EFT Reporter
Eswatini’s AGOA Trade Agreement Renewed
By Lwazi Dlamini and Karabo NgoepeEswatini’s inclusion in the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) has been renewed, allowing the country to continue benefiting from duty-free access to U.S. markets…
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