National Data Centre disruption: RSTP says an incident at the National Data Centre disrupted at least 12 government digital services, including Government in Your Hand, e-Visa, company registration, the government website, IFMIS and the Elderly Grant system, while denying claims of a hack or ransom and saying external experts are working to restore services. Cyber governance concerns: Separate reporting links the wider digital disruption to long-running RSTP governance problems, including gaps in leadership continuity, unresolved cyber-security issues and funding shortfalls. Digital finance update: Standard Bank Eswatini urged Unayo customers to withdraw funds as the mobile service is being decommissioned ahead of more integrated digital banking. Trade support for exporters: EU and ITC-backed programme equips 17 local trainers to help MSMEs use market intelligence tools and turn trade data into export decisions. Urban planning and housing: The Second Eswatini Urban Forum (Oct 28–30) will focus on financing, smart solutions, resilient infrastructure and housing for all, aiming to bridge “planning to execution” gaps. AI education push: UNESWA AI Academy plans AI-generated explainer videos to make its generative AI programmes easier to follow for more learners. Heat risk warning: El Niño is expected to drive extreme heat through early 2027, with projections of major heat-related deaths across Southern Africa, including Eswatini’s region. Local infrastructure loan: Matsapha Town Council borrowed E31.7m to rehabilitate 3.2km of industrial roads, adding drainage, walkways and street furniture. Vehicle tech in focus: HB Dynamics highlights fleet and asset intelligence using sensors and connectivity to move from “where vehicles are” to “what they cost.”