AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoAI Policy Push: Eswatini hosted a COMESA–World Bank workshop to validate a regional study on artificial intelligence and emerging technologies, with a focus on turning ideas into practical strategies, skills and responsible adoption. Nuclear for Health & Power: Eswatini told the IAEA it is seeking about E188m for a radiotherapy facility and is exploring small modular reactors to strengthen long-term energy security. Climate Risk for Farmers: New research warns El Niño forecasts won’t be enough for southern Africa’s poorest livestock farmers unless “risk-smoothing” support like feed, drought insurance, targeted finance and better market access is added. Public Spending Oversight: SADC public accounts committees meeting in Eswatini pledged tougher value-for-money checks on major procurement contracts, including regular performance audits. Digital IDs & Tax: The Eswatini Revenue Service says some businessmen are changing name order to evade tax, and argues digital identification systems could close the loophole. STEM Youth Boost: ICT minister Savannah Maziya backed young women in STEM and rewarded top learners with tablets and scholarships, pushing Eswatini’s next tech talent pipeline. Local Business Growth: Standard Bank Eswatini opened entries for the 2026 Africa Business Awards, inviting MSMEs to share innovation and growth stories ahead of the 31 October deadline.
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