Simba shine in Eswatini with convincing 3–0 CAF Champions League win

Dar es Salaam. Tanzania’s football giants Simba SC took a huge step toward securing a place in the group stages of the CAF Champions League after earning an emphatic 3–0 away victory over Nsingizini Hotspurs of Eswatini on Saturday, October 19,...

Eswatini loses about E1bn US funding in 2 years

Reading Time: 3 minutesEswatini has lost nearly E1 billion in United States (US) government funding between 2024/25, marking one of the sharpest aid contractions the country has faced in recent years. According to official data published by...

OPINION:EmaSwati behaving like they have another country by keeping quiet while Mswati destroys eSwatini, allowing United States(US) to dump dangerous criminals.

By Wandile Dludlu. The Nation of emaSwati in the modern anatomy lies an alienated character, we behave like not owners nor indigenous Swazis who must enjoy and endure comprehensive real rights and duties over the land, waters, airspace and...

Queen Ntombi Tfwala travels to the United Arab Emirates(UAE) for medical check-up amid shortage of drugs in eSwatini’s public hospitals.

By Bongiwe Dlamini MBABANE:Queen Ntombi left the country on Sunday to the United Arab Emirates(UAE) for medical checkups. Eswatini is facing shortage of drugs in public hospitals, dozens have died since the crisis erupted.

How Eswatini Has Sat on E100 Million Pharmaceutical Plant for 8 Years

Reading Time: 3 minutesEight years ago, Eswatini was on the verge of establishing its first pharmaceutical manufacturing plant near the Royal Science and Technology Park (RSTP) in Nokwane. The ambitious E100 million project aimed to reduce the...

Eswatini Prime Minister Russell Mmiso Dlamini says removal of visa restrictions to boost inter-African trade dominated discussions during COMESA Summit.

By Musa Mdluli MBABANE:Prime Minister Russell Mmiso Dlamini says proposed removal of visa restrictions to boost inter-African trade dominated the recently held COMESA Summit. COMESA stands for the Common Market for Eastern and Southern Africa, the...

PUDEMO President Mlungisi Makhanya in Netherlands-Europe meeting with Prime Ministers in an effort to lobby countries against eSwatini’s Tinkhundla oppressive regime.

By Nontsetselelo Nkambule NETHERLANDS:Mlungisi Makhanya,the President of the People’s United Democratic Movement(PUDEMO) is attending the Party of European Socialists(PES) Congress in Amsterdam-Netherlands. The PUDEMO President is being...

With Magadascar President Andry Rajoelina ousted for failing to provide affordable water and electricity, what’s the future of the eSwatini Monarchy amid socio-economic challenges?.

By Zweli Martin Dlamini MBABANE:Eswatini is facing escalating prices of water and electricity, Members of Parliament(MPs) have warned that the situation is worsening in a country where about 70% of the population lives below the poverty line....

Natural Resources Minister Prince Lonkhokhela signs Memorandum of Understanding(MoU) with Mozambique, project seeking to provide clean water for the benefit of Lomahasha residents to commence soon.

By Bongiwe Dlamini LOMAHASHA:Prince Lonkhokhela, the Minister of Natural Resources and Energy has, on behalf of eSwatini, signed a Memorandum of Understanding(MoU) with Mozambique. The agreement signed this week, seeks to enhance a collaboration...

Ras Mubarak praises Eswatini as Africa’s Mecca of culture and tradition

Former Member of Parliament Ras Mubarak has praised Eswatini for its embrace of African heritage, pointing to the kingdom as a “mecca of culture and tradition” on the continent. In a recent social media post, Mubarak shared insights about cultural...

‘Like human trafficking’: how US deported five men to Eswatini

Johannesburg – Roberto Mosquera’s family had no trace of him for a month after he was arrested by US immigration agents, until a government social media post revealed he had been deported to Africa’s last absolute monarchy. Immigration and Customs...

‘A small step’: MaMkhize all smiles after auction

MaMkhize – real name Shauwn Mkhize- has broken her silence after another auction of her assets, including her designer handbags, took place this week. The businesswoman is now making headlines after taking the helm of eSwatini soccer club, Mbabane...

Andile Mpisane mocked over soccer clip: ‘Send him to World Cup!’

Andile Mpisane – the son of MaMkhize, real name Shauwn Mkhize – has become the laughing stock of social media after he made his debut for the Mbabane Highlanders AM over the weekend. The 24-year-old father-of-four is both the chairman and a...

Reports of missing aircraft between Eswatini and South Africa

Reading Time: < 1 minuteNELSPRUIT – An airplane that departed from King Mswati III International Airport in Eswatini has yet to land in South Africa and contact with the aircraft has been lost. The aircraft, a Cessna 206, was due to land at Kruger...

Mbabane City Council records E167m income

Mbabane City Council recorded an income of E167 million for the 2024/25 year, a 4% rise from last year. The council also collected E255 million in rates, improved its cash reserves, and reduced its liabilities by 3%. Reading Time: 3 minutesThe...

Israel halts aid into Gaza until further notice, accuses Hamas of violating ceasefire agreement.

By Bongiwe Dlamini MBABANE:Israel has halted aid into Gaza while accusing Hamas of violating the ceasefire agreement, SkyNews reported on Sunday evening. The halting of the aid comes a few days after Hamas and Israel signed a ceasefire agreement...

Chief Executive Officer(CEO) Gciniwe Fakudze says surveillance cameras already assisting law enforcement agencies in detecting crime in Mbabane, enhancing traffic control.

By Nontsetselelo Nkambule MBABANE:Gciniwe Fakudze,the Chief Executive Officer(CEO) of the Mbabane Municipality says the installed surveillance cameras are already assisting law enforcement agencies in detecting crime and traffic control....

Cape Verde Makes Historic FIFA World Cup Qualification with Dominant Victory Over Eswatini

Praia, Cape Verde – October 14, 2025 – In a momentous achievement for African football, Cape Verde has etched its name into the annals of World Cup history by securing qualification for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The island nation triumphed 3-0 over...

Minister appoints new Eswatini Communications Commission (ESCCOM) Board

Minister Savannah Maziya has appointed a new ESCCOM Board led by Business Eswatini CEO Nathi Dlamini. The board will guide Eswatini’s ICT policy, boost innovation, and promote digital inclusion. Reading Time: < 1 minuteThe Minister of Information,...

MulaSport breathes new life into Eswatini football

Reading Time: 2 minutesEswatini football has a fresh reason to celebrate. Last week, MulaSport officially announced its arrival as the new title sponsor of the National First Division (NFD), committing a substantial E4.5 million over the next...