AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoEnergy & Industry: Eswatini targets 1,000MW+ of domestic power by 2030 and says it wants IPPs to be developers, investors and owners—not just contractors—linking electricity to jobs, skills and local companies. Energy Partnerships: PM Dlamini pushes an “Africa First” approach to energy sovereignty, calling for transparent local-content rules and partnerships that build indigenous capacity. Media Tech & Skills: ESCCOM has granted two free-to-air commercial radio licences (SakhaLive FM and Icon Connect Radio), while MTN, UJ and TAEF launched a Pan-African Media Innovation Programme for 42 journalists across 10 countries. Digital for Farmers: A young Eswatini entrepreneur is using AI via the Imvelo App Suite to help smallholders plan irrigation, diagnose pests and manage climate risk—plus improve access to finance. Broadcasting & Jobs: Digital skills workshops at Mavuso Trade Centre focus on coding, software development, and digital marketing pathways. Climate Risk: Eswatini braces for a very strong El Niño season (Oct 2026–Mar 2027), with a high chance of historic conditions. Business Productivity: UNDP urges firms to invest in practical tech that cuts costs (like smarter energy and logistics), not technology for fashion.
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