AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoSADC Trade Facilitation: Eswatini and 15 partners are pushing the SADC Simplified Trade Regime to cut border costs for small traders, using simpler customs steps and easier origin rules after a Lusaka policy dialogue. Education & Literacy: The World Bank warns of a reading crisis in Eswatini, with many Grade III learners struggling to master basic literacy early enough to learn effectively. Gender-Based Violence Call: Inkhosikati LaMatsebula urged prayers and collective action to tackle GBV, while also highlighting women’s leadership as a driver of economic progress. Digital Skills for Youth: A new Macetjeni iHub was launched to expand internet access, digital training, and support for MSMEs and youth in Lubombo. Banking Tech Upgrade: SBS Bank Eswatini rolled out the Intellect eMACH.ai Treasury platform as it completes its shift into a full commercial bank. Entrepreneur Support: Oracle Innovate Lab Cohort 2 was launched after the first cohort generated over E1m in combined revenue, showing measurable growth for local SMEs. Energy Investment Push: Prime Minister Russell Dlamini met Taiwanese leaders and toured renewable projects in Taiwan, seeking large-scale power deals to add 1,000MW+ for industrialisation.
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