AI in Telecom: MTN targets R30 billion in AI “value creation” over 3–5 years, starting with internal efficiency (“AI Inside”) before scaling consumer and business AI services. Digital Health in Eswatini: MTN Eswatini is promoting the Notsa Health App, localised into Siswati, with training support linked to Georgetown University and the Ministry of Health. Mobile Money for Developers: MTN Mobile Money MoMo API training is pushing new revenue ideas for businesses, including healthcare payments and service access through apps. Eswatini Research Breakthrough: Eswatini researchers report next-gen sequencing that reveals hidden TB drug resistance (rifampicin and bedaquiline) missed by routine tests. Higher Education & Innovation Ties: Eswatini and South Africa reaffirm cooperation in higher education, science, innovation and ICT, including plans for a SADC University of Technology. Hospital Staffing Crisis: A parliamentary committee finds critical understaffing at Mbabane Government Hospital, with vacancies lingering for long periods. Border Anti-Corruption: South Africa-Eswatini border enforcement intensifies at Oshoek Port of Entry, targeting corruption networks with multi-agency action. AI Governance Warning: UNESWA cautions organisations to invest in staff training and governance before adopting AI. Global AI Rollout: Google expands “Ask Gemini in Chrome” to Kenya, Nigeria and South Africa, including Eswatini among supported locales. TB & Cervical Cancer Focus: African universities are urged to support AI use with quality assurance, while health leaders call for stronger systems to eliminate cervical cancer.