AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoUN Presence in Eswatini: UN Resident Coordinator George Wachira says the UN is not shrinking its footprint, but strengthening it under a restructured model that keeps staff working locally even when some representatives are based elsewhere. Corruption at Borders: A local immigration officer and two South African counterparts were arrested for allegedly taking an E100 bribe to unlawfully stamp Zimbabwean passports at Ngwenya Border Post. Health Funding Worry: The Auditor General flags slow absorption of Global Fund grants under the SWZ-C-NERCHA HIV/TB project, warning that delays come as the health sector remains under pressure. Diplomacy Update: Eswatini’s Foreign Affairs ministry says Taiwan-Eswatini ties remain solid after reports of debate over switching to China. Regional Trade Talks: SACU meetings are set for Cape Town’s CTICC2 from 18–26 June, bringing together leaders and ministers including Eswatini to discuss customs and cross-border trade. Local Business & Service: Eswatini Housing Board rolls out a real-time NPS feedback platform to improve customer service. Immigration Policy Abroad: Ireland announces new visa requirements for Saint Lucia, Saint Kitts and Nevis, and Nicaragua from 15 June. World Cup Culture: Cape Verde’s World Cup debut is drawing diaspora celebrations, with fans in Atlanta and beyond gearing up for the opener against Spain on 15 June.
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