AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoSAIMSA Games 2026: Eswatini is hosting the 20th SAIMSA Games, with 55 municipalities from Botswana, Lesotho, South Africa and Namibia descending on Manzini for 12+ sports codes, kicking off today at Mavuso Sports Centre. UNGA Representation: King Mswati III has left for New York to represent Eswatini at the 81st UN General Assembly, with the high-level debate running later this month under a theme focused on restoring trust and managing transformation. Judiciary in mourning: Chief Justice Bheki Maphalala’s state funeral and final tributes continue to shape national conversation around the Judiciary and separation of powers. Gambling scrutiny: Senator Fezeka Dlamini says the gambling industry is growing faster than protections under the Gaming Control Act, warning of rising harm and mental-health strain. Trade and money flow: A look at Eswatini’s latest trade figures shows August exports outpacing imports, while longer trends still point to a wider deficit. Local governance dispute: Mbabane mayor insists Mangwaneni falls under the municipal council’s jurisdiction despite community resistance. Sports—football: Moneni Pirates started the MTN Premier League season with a 1-0 win over Nsingizini Hotspurs, while Eswatini’s U20 side suffered a 4-0 loss to Angola in a COSAFA AFCON qualifier. Travel rules: The UK lists Eswatini among countries whose citizens need an airport transit visa for 2026.
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