AI & Digital Public Services: COMESA has started national consultations across 21 member states to build a harmonized regional AI strategy, regulation and digital inclusion plan, with Eswatini among the countries in the process. Biotech Access: ISAAA AfriCenter launched a continental “Biotech Africa Database” to centralise biotech crop approval decisions and cross-border biosafety requirements, aiming to cut delays and confusion for regulators and traders. Connectivity Skills: Eswatini’s cellphone repair training is expanding from Vulamasango School toward community iHubs, pairing repair skills with entrepreneurship for rural youth. Green Tech for Industry: WILEYTEX launched “ecoloration,” a salt-free, steam-free cotton dyeing method validated in Eswatini that cuts water use by up to 90% and energy by 80%. Local Telecom Rewards: Eswatini Mobile marks nine years with a grand draw on 1 August, giving away E90,000 in cash prizes. Sports Development: The Eswatini Football Association appointed Spanish coach Tomeu Perello Palou as Talent Coach for two years to strengthen grassroots pathways. Finance Fraud Warning: Minister Neal Rijkenberg warned the public about AI-generated deepfake videos using his image and voice to promote investment scams. Environment & Invasives: Researchers warn Australia’s redclaw crayfish could reach Botswana’s Okavango Delta within about 10 years, threatening fisheries and ecosystems. Regional Finance Cooperation: Egypt and Eswatini discussed banking collaboration, including Egypt’s cash management, PAPSS experience for cross-border payments, and a proposed pan-African gold bank.