AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoUS Visa Shift Clarification: The US says routine visa processing at 25 African posts has moved to regional hubs from Aug 1, but embassies still carry on other services as normal, after confusion across the region. Deportation Scrutiny: Third-country nationals deported from the US to Eswatini were reportedly seen shopping freely in Matsapha, renewing border and detention-condition concerns. Immigration & Flights: Airlines have flagged 36 foreign nationals linked to an alleged online gambling syndicate, complicating their departure after court orders and fines. Domestic Violence Case: A 48-year-old woman was sentenced to six months (or an E800 fine) for verbally and emotionally abusing her child’s father. Health & Culture: Young mothers are avoiding breastfeeding due to fears about breast shape, while health officials urge exclusive breastfeeding for the first six months. Elections Integrity: The EBC warns voters not to be swayed by food parcels distributed around political activities. Agriculture & Jobs: A World Bank-backed review says Eswatini’s farming needs more strategic, market-linked investment to drive rural growth. Regional Wildlife Talks: Eswatini joins discussions on Mozambique’s proposed selective wildlife culling to manage human-wildlife conflict. Arts & Music: Eswatini’s Zamo Dlamini and Nothando Hlophe win major Basadi in Music Awards categories, boosting the Kingdom’s creative profile.
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