AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoRefugee Day Reflection: On 20 June, Refugee Day spotlighted how displacement is reshaping Africa’s shared economy, with millions living in neighbouring countries like South Africa and Uganda. Eswatini Banking Push: MPs want government to explore using EswatiniBank to manage certain funds, while keeping the Central Bank of Eswatini’s role intact, after the bank said it needs about E300m recapitalisation. EMCU Probe: Prime Minister Russell Dlamini appointed a five-member commission of inquiry into Eswatini Christian Medical University, focusing on alleged financial and operational misconduct. Diplomatic Passport Controversy: King Mswati III granted Zimbabwean businessman Wicknell Chivayo citizenship and a diplomatic passport after a royal audience, citing travel and investment facilitation. Football Integrity: The Eswatini Football Association banned senior referee Mbongeni Myeni for five years over alleged match manipulation attempts. GBV Alarm: Police reported 1,994 gender-based violence cases and 22 deaths in the first three months of 2026, with many victims killed by people they trusted. Government Inspections: Commerce minister Manqoba Khumalo said inspections will intensify after a Mbabane Chinese restaurant was shut down over alleged sale of high-alcohol beverages. Budget Pressure: Finance minister Neal Rijkenberg warned government may need an extra E4.5bn loan to cover shortfalls.
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