Eswatini Daily News

‘Graded hotels to boost Palazzo’s MICE bid'

THE government has introduced a E7 million subsidy targeted at maize and bean farmers, a move the Minister for Agriculture Mandla Tshawuka believes will significantly boost food production. Tshawuka said the subsidy aims to ease the financial burden on...

Fire cases drop by 13%

HIS Majesty King Mswati III has announced a 13 per cent decline in fire incidents across the Kingdom over the past year, commending the Eswatini National Fire, Rescue and Emergency Services for the improvement while cautioning against complacency. His...

Young Stunna to lead starstudded Teachers’ Day Bash

Taiwan could provide employment opportunities for approximately 1 000 emaSwati annually, while also increasing scholarship opportunities and supporting key development projects, as Eswatini and Taiwan seek to deepen their bilateral partnership. His...

Eswatini needs E1.2 billion to build disaster resilience – Deputy PM

THE Kingdom of Eswatini will need at least US$77 million which is approximately E1.2bn to implement its national resilience and recovery plan and shield citizens from worsening climate-induced disasters, Deputy Prime Minister Senator Thulisile Dladla...

More jobs in Taiwan under consideration

KAOHSIUNG, TAIWAN – There could be more job opportunities beyond teaching English for emaSwati in Taiwan in the near future. This follows engagements between His Majesty the King and Taiwan President Lai Ching-te where consideration was put forward to...

One unsafe decision could cost lives - Railways warns

ESWATINI Railways has called on employees, motorists, pedestrians and communities to take collective responsibility for railway safety, warning that a single unsafe decision can have devastating consequences for human life and railway operations. The...

His Majesty a natural pilot – President Lai

TAINAN, TAIWAN - His Majesty the King has been described as a ‘natural pilot’ with excellent technique by Taiwan’s President Lai Ching-te. The President made this assertion during the King’s visit to the Tainan Aviation Training Command, where he was...

17th EUMETSAT User Forum in Africa calls for reliable satellite observations and effective early-warning tools;

▲ Meteorologists, scientists and representatives from across Africa have welcomed a declaration calling for reliable satellite observations, effective early-warning tools, and the support needed to turn data into information that protects lives and...

King proposes regional food production model anchored on Africa’s rivers

His Majesty King Mswati III has called on Africa to adopt a regional mass production model based on each country’s natural strength, supported by a continental irrigation plan harnessing Africa’s major rivers and lakes. Opening the inaugural Africa...

50% procurement set aside for citizen -owned firms

His Majesty King Mswati III has returned to Eswatini after joining the Kingdom of Lesotho in celebrating its 60th Independence Anniversary, in a visit that further highlighted the longstanding ties between the two sister monarchies. His Majesty...

LESOTHO CELEBRATES 60 YEARS OF INDEPENDENCE Lesotho shaped regional political, economic landscape - King

MASERU, LESOTHO – His Majesty King Mswati III has commended the Kingdom of Lesotho for its monumental contributions toward shaping the political and economic landscape of Southern Africa over the past 60 years. Speaking at Setsoto Stadium during the...

New Taiwan envoy vows economic gains for Kingdom

Taiwan has pledged to turn its long-standing political friendship with Eswatini into concrete opportunities for economic growth and improved livelihoods. This commitment was made by the new Ambassador of the Republic of China (Taiwan) to the Kingdom of...

Govt confirms death of Sri Lankan national in Eswatini

The Government of Eswatini has confirmed the death of a Sri Lankan national who was temporarily resident in the Kingdom under an arrangement involving the Government of the United Kingdom. Government identified the deceased as Kishanth Peramaiya, a...

DPM calls for stronger protection of women, children in digital spaces

HIS Majesty King Mswati III has urged the United Nations to enforce binding compliance on signed international peace agreements. He warned that broken promises continue to pull vulnerable populations back into conflict. Addressing the 81st UN General...

At United Nations 81st Session;

THE government has introduced a E7 million subsidy targeted at maize and bean farmers, a move the Minister for Agriculture Mandla Tshawuka believes will significantly boost food production. Tshawuka said the subsidy aims to ease the financial burden on...

‘Childhood cancer survivors need support beyond

THE government has introduced a E7 million subsidy targeted at maize and bean farmers, a move the Minister for Agriculture Mandla Tshawuka believes will significantly boost food production. Tshawuka said the subsidy aims to ease the financial burden on...

Africa’s 30% wealth paradox rooted in mindset

AFRICA holds over 30 per cent of the world’s natural wealth but remains home to the poorest people, a paradox rooted in mindset, not resources, Professor Delanyo Adadevoh said. Senior Global Vice President of Campus Crusade for Christ International,...

HRH Princess Lindiwe: Remembered for a Lifetime of Faith, Leadership and Service

State funeral for Chief Justice Bheki Maphalala

THE Government of Eswatini has confirmed that the late Chief Justice Bheki Maphalala will be accorded a state funeral in recognition of his service to the country. The announcement was made by Acting Deputy Prime Minister Sikhumbuzo Dlamini when he...

Senators scrutinise draft biodiversity plan

THE main day of the second leg of Umhlanga in Shiselweniconcluded in high note as His Majesty the King dispersed maidens on Sunday at the Mbangweni Royal Residence. Imbali were singing and dancing before Their Majesties during the proceedings. The...

Malkerns Parkview offificially opened . . .

MALKERNS Parkview has officially opened, with Minister for Commerce, Industry and Trade Manqoba Khumalo describing the development as an example of private investment driving economic growth and community development. Speaking at the grand opening,...

E105m Ferreira Canal upgrade to recover E6.55m in power generation . . .

HOUSING MINISTER DECLARES: Bhunu Mall tragedy exposes need for advanced rescue machinery

Minister for Housing and Urban Development Apollo Maphalala has called for advanced rescue machinery after visiting Bhunu Mall, where 26-year-old Tiyandza Millenia Masilela lost her life in a structural collapse. Maphalala visited the Manzini shopping...

250km roads to be paved, King commends probase, exim bank

KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA – About 250 kilometres of untarred roads in the country’s four regions are about to receive Probase tarring that will cost about E1.6 billion. This was the assurance given to His Majesty the King when the company, together with...

His Majesty arrives safely in Malaysia;

HIS Majesty King Mswati III, accompanied by Inkhosikati LaFogiyane, has arrived safely in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, for an official visit. The King and his delegation arrived in the Malaysian capital on Tuesday, following His Majesty’s participation in...

REGIONAL UNITY:

▲ His Majesty King Mswati III and leaders from across Southern Africa gather in Durban, South Africa, for the official family photo at the 46th Ordinary SADC Summit of Heads of State and Government.

▲ Eswatini Delegation at the SADC Organ Troika Meeting

led by Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation Minister Pholile Shakantu accompanied by Economic Planning and Development Minister Dr. Thambo Gina, Defence Principal Secretary Lizinyane Prince Sicalo, King’s Private Secretary Mbongeni Simelane,...

‘Community Health as a Panacea for Universal Health Coverage in Eswatini’;

UNIVERSAL Health Coverage (UHC) must start in communities, with healthcare brought closer to the people rather than relying solely on hospitals and specialist services, Inkhosikati LaNgangaza has said. Represented by HRH Princess Tiyandza at the...

Eswatini, Namibia ink MoU targeting jobs, renewal energy cooperation

THE Environmental Investment Fund of Namibia (EIF) and the Eswatini Environment Authority (EEA) have signed an MoU to formalise cooperation in climate resilience, renewable energy and green financing. The MoU was signed at the Sibane Sami Hotel on...

Eswatini to study Namibia model for E27b ‘mega fund’ on climate finance

PRIME Minister Russell Mmiso Dlamini on Monday received a delegation from the Environmental Investment Fund of Namibia, EIF, as government moves to transform the Eswatini Environment Fund into a larger institution capable of mobilising significant...

Govt urges stronger support for women-led businesses

MINISTER for Commerce, Industry and Trade, Manqoba Khumalo, has called for coordinated action across government, business and financial institutions to support women-led enterprises as a driver of economic growth and industrial development. Khumalo was...

HMK pledges closer Eswatini-Algeria cooperation

THE Kingdom of Eswatini has committed to deepening ties with Algeria, with His Majesty King Mswati III saying the two countries should build on existing agreements to advance development and African unity. The King made the remarks during the...

Taiwan pledges mega investments

TAIWAN has reaffirmed its commitment to drive industrial transformation ment to mobilising large-scale investment into Eswatini as the Kingdom intensifies efforts to transform its economy through industrialisation, technology, energy development and...

Eswatini calls for deeper trade, investment ties with Taiwan

Prime Minister Russell Dlamini has called for a deeper economic partnership between Eswatini and Taiwan, with trade, investment, technology, innovation and skills transfer expected to take centre stage during his engagements in the Asian...

WHO Representative Dr Susan Tembo bids farewell to Eswatini;

EEC to pay customers for excess solar power

THE Eswatini Electricity Company (EEC) has announced the national implementation of Embedded Generation Feed-in Tariffs, Connection Charges and a Non-Compliance Penalty Schedule, following approval by the Eswatini Energy Regulatory Authority. The new...

Households spend bigger share of income on education

TOUGH times! Households in Eswatini are spending an increasing share of their income on education, which highlights the growing financial burden of schooling even as the country continues to prioritise investment in human capital. This emerged during...

Govt rejects claims of judicial interference

GOVERNMENT has rejected suggestions that Prime Minister Russell Mmiso Dlamini interfered with the Judiciary through remarks made in Parliament, insisting that his comments were made in fulfilment of his constitutional duty to account to Members of...

Govt backs community-led humanitarian efforts

Prime Minister Russell Dlamini says the government will continue exploring ways to support community-led humanitarian initiatives as the country’s fiscal position improves and budgetary constraints ease. Speaking on behalf of Her Majesty the...

Eswatini pilots Africa’s first UAE-backed women digital academy

THE Kingdom of Eswatini and the United Arab Emirates have officially launched Africa’s first She Powers Africa Digital Academy. This is a program designed to equip African women with digital skills and leadership capabilities. The virtual launch was...

Eswatini records 4 000 new infections yearly Kingdom achieves world-leading 98-98-98 HIV targets

Eswatini is still recording about 4 000 new HIV infections every year, Prime Minister Russell Dlamini revealed on Wednesday, warning that the country will not end the epidemic by services alone. “Eswatini still records approximately 4 000 new HIV...

Triland partners move to protect cross-border tourism amid concerns

TOURISM authorities from Eswatini, South Africa’s Mpumalanga Province and Mozambique have reaffirmed their commitment to keeping the Triland route open and safe, following public concern over recent protests reported in parts of South Africa. In a...

King calls for tangible results in Eswatini & Ghana relations

HIS Majesty King Mswati III has welcomed Ghana’s new High Commissioner to Eswatini and urged both countries to move from agreements on paper to tangible benefits for their people. Receiving the letters of credence from H.E Benjamin Anani Quashie, the...

OACPS Secretariat commends HMK for resource mobilisation leadership;

THE Secretary-General of the Organisation of African, Caribbean and Pacific States, Moussa Saleh Batraki, has expressed gratitude to His Majesty King Mswati III for leadership on resource mobilisation. The remarks were made during a meeting with...

Eswatini commits to animal health

Eswatini has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening animal health systems as it hosts the fourth World Organisation for Animal Health (WOAH) workshop since 2011, with the government saying the training comes at a critical time following the...

Govt launches Wages Councils

THE Minister of Labour and Social Security, Phila Buthelezi, has officially launched newly appointed Wages Councils for eighteen regulated sectors, calling on members to make balanced, evidence-based decisions that protect workers while keeping...

Eswatini, Taiwan collaborate on E2.4M climate-smart agriculture initiative

A groundbreaking E2.4 million climate-smart agriculture initiative is set to empower 200 young emaSwati with practical farming and agribusiness skills, reinforcing the country’s commitment to youth employment, sustainable agriculture and long-term food...

Eswatini launches preps for the 2027 SADC Sustainable Energy Week;

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▲ Prime Minister Russell Mmiso Dlamini has visited the Eswatini Embassy in Geneva, where he met with Embassy staff and gained firsthand insight into the challenges facing the mission. During the visit, the Prime Minister was also given a guided tour of...

Japan injects over E11.2 mln into KMIII Airport transformation

A nearly E12 million grant from the Government of Japan is set to transform King Mswati III International Airport into a demonstration site for green and digital aviation technologies, with the project expected to improve energy efficiency, modernise...

Technology must serve people – PM

PRIME Minister Russell Dlamini has called for Artificial Intelligence governance that prioritizes human dignity and the practical needs of citizens, saying technology must serve people rather than dictate development outcomes. The Prime Minister...

Eswatini, ITU deepen partnership on digital development

PRIME Minister Russell Dlamini met with the Secretary-General of the International Telecommunication Union, Doreen Bogdan-Martin, at ITU Headquarters in Geneva on Sunday. The meeting focused on Eswatini’s digital transformation agenda and areas where...

Inyatsi Schools Arts and Culture Competitions finals end on a high note

Colorful Inyatsi Schools Arts and Culture competitions finals kick off . . .

▲ The first leg of the Inyatsi Foundation Schools Arts and Culture Competition finals brought colour, energy and excitement to Somhlolo National Stadium, as Group B schools delivered powerful performances across multiple dance and cultural categories.

Local motorists await fuel price verdict

ESWATINI motorists are waiting for the government’s next fuel price announcement following a sharp reduction in fuel prices in South Africa, which has raised expectations of possible relief at local pumps. From midnight on Wednesday, South African...

King applauds South Africans for hospitality to emaSwati

CAPE TOWN, SA — His Majesty King Mswati III has commended the South African people for their historic hospitality towards the people of Eswatini. He noted that emaSwati are traditionally known as a humble, respectful and law-abiding people, which are...

King departs for SACU summit in Cape Town

His Majesty King Mswati III has left the country for Cape Town, South Africa, where he will participate in the Southern African Customs Union (SACU) Heads of State and Government Summit. The King departed accompanied by Inkhosikati LaGija, Cabinet...

To strengthen economic resilience. . . Eswatini banks on green transition Droughts, floods spur new climate action drive

Eswatini’s government has presented a national climate plan to Cabinet and Senators, outlining targets for emissions cuts and adaptation measures as the country faces high youth unemployment, poverty and climate shocks that threaten...

Genesis Ekucaleni Media, Inyatsi supports schools drama and theatre

THE Inyatsi Foundation Arts and Culture Schools Competition got underway in Manzini, at Divine Healing Ministries with learners from across the country showcasing their talents in drama, poetry, dance and Mbholoho performances. Participating schools...

Unemployment falls to 33.5%

ESWATINI’S unemployment rate has declined to 33.5 per cent, which is a significant improvement from the 35.4 per cent recorded in 2023, according to findings from the 2025 Labour Force Survey released by the Ministry of Labour and Social Security....

The work is bigger than me — Nothando Hlophe

HIS Majesty King Mswati III urged deeper cooperation between Eswatini and South Africa to tackle unemployment and soaring energy costs, as he formally received South African High Commissioner-designate Mmaikeletsi Dube at Lozitha Palace. The King...

‘Laws alone cannot end GBV’

DEPUTY Prime Minister Thulisile Dladla has warned that legislation and government policies alone will not end gender-based violence (GBV), calling for every sector of society to play an active role in creating safer communities and protecting...

Govt backs emaSwati living in SA

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation has issued a public notice reminding emaSwati living, working, studying, visiting, or travelling in South Africa to maintain regular contact with Eswatini’s diplomatic missions and to seek...

NatCom receives warm reception over SARPCCO appointment . . .

THE corridors of Police Headquarters were filled with pride, celebration and a strong sense of national achievement on Monday morning as officers and support staff gathered to give National Commissioner of Police Manoma Vusie Masango a warm and...

U.S. hands Eswatini E51 mln education boost

STRENGTHENING diplomatic and development relations between Eswatini and the United States of America continue to yield tangible benefits for emaSwati, with the Ministry of Education and Training receiving new classrooms and school feeding kitchens...

. . . amid favourable rainfall

HIS Majesty King Mswati III has expressed optimism that strengthened diplomatic relations with the United Arab Emirates and Switzerland will unlock new opportunities for Eswatini’s development and economic growth. The King made the remarks during a...

Eswatini outlines disability support progress at UN conference

The Kingdom of Eswatini has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening disability inclusion, social protection systems, and economic empowerment initiatives, with the government highlighting a comprehensive and deliberate national approach aimed at...