International

Lebombo border closure costing SA about E10 million/day

By Bahle GamaThe Road Freight Association says the closure of the Lebombo border post between South Africa and Mozambique, and the subsequent disruption to cargo moving through the Maputo Port,…

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Heatwave has affected country’s crops, imports to increase

by Bahle GamaAs a result of the heatwave that struck the country last week, crop farmers have been affected the most and the country’s imports are expected to increase.In an…

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Eswatini economy faces ripple effects of South Africa’s Foot-and-Mouth Disease outbreak

SBy Ncaba NtshakalaThe Eswatini economy, which is heavily intertwined with the South African market, faces potential challenges as the Republic of South Africa (RSA) grapples with a series of Foot-and-Mouth…

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EU, ITC expands market access for local MSMEs at EITF 2024

By Lwazi DlaminiThe European Union (EU) and International Trade Centre (ITC) collaborated to support Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) at the 2024 Eswatini International Trade Fair (EITF). This initiative,…

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Governor announces five institutions applying for bank licencing

By Delisa Thwala As part of its current strategy, the Central Bank of Eswatini (CBE) seeks to bring in more banks to Eswatini, which range from Islamic to Investment Banks.Since…

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Eswatini’s coin recirculation solution gains global recognition

By Siphesihle DlaminiEswatini is proving that there’s still a place for coins. At the forefront of this resurgence is the Kingdom’s innovative approach to addressing the perennial challenges of coin…

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Consumers breathe sigh of relief with fuel price reduction

By Ncaba NtshakalaThe recent drop in fuel prices, announced by the Ministry of Natural Resources and Energy, is a happy moment for Eswatini’s consumers and its economy. For the second…

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

By Lwazi DlaminiPholile 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 and…

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Eswatini Invites Jewish Investors to Stimulate Economic Growth

by Ncaba NtshakalaThe Kingdom of Eswatini is actively seeking various pathways to enhance its economy and is engaging potential investors with enthusiasm.Under the leadership of Prime Minister Russell Dlamini, a…

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E2 Million Grant for Environmental Protection

By Siphesihle DlaminiThe Government of Eswatini, through the Ministry of Tourism and Environmental Affairs, has announced that applications are now open for a significant E2 million grant aimed at supporting…

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