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How Eswatini Has Sat on E100 Million Pharmaceutical Plant for 8 Years
Reading Time: 3 minutesEight years ago, Eswatini was on the verge of establishing its first pharmaceutical manufacturing plant near the Royal Science and Technology Park (RSTP) in Nokwane. The ambitious E100 million project aimed to reduce the...

World Food Forum 2025 Concludes With Renewed Global Commitment To Transform Agrifood Systems Through Solidarity, Science, And Investment
The 2025 edition of the World Food Forum (WFF) concluded today at the headquarters of the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) in Rome. This year’s Forum included the celebration of a historic World Food Day marking FAO’s...

Nigeria tasked on production capacity to unlock Africa’s trade potential
•AfCFTA key to protecting continent’s trade interests, intra-African trade As global trade uncertainties continue, Nigeria and the rest of Africa have been urged to step up pace and industrialisation efforts as well as become more resilient in...

Minister appoints new Eswatini Communications Commission (ESCCOM) Board
Minister Savannah Maziya has appointed a new ESCCOM Board led by Business Eswatini CEO Nathi Dlamini. The board will guide Eswatini’s ICT policy, boost innovation, and promote digital inclusion. Reading Time: < 1 minuteThe Minister of Information,...
Eswatini Communications Commission(ESCCOM) Chief Executive Officer Prince Mvilawemphi presents new Ngwane College Disability Resource Centre, concluded infrastructure to promote inclusive access to education.
By Bongiwe Dlamini MBABANE:Prince Mvilawemphi, the Chief Executive Officer(CEO) of the Eswatini Communications Commission(ESCCOM) presented the new Ngwane Teachers Training College Disability Resource Centre,a project that seeks to promote...
Chinese expert companies securing multibillion construction projects in eSwatini despite diplomatic barriers, King Mswati tours Mpakeni Dam funded by the African Development Bank(AfDB).
By Zweli Martin Dlamini MPAKENI:King Mswati toured the R2.6billion under-construction Mpakeni Dam on Monday, a project funded through a loan sourced from the African Development Bank(AfDB) with the tender awarded to Sakhalive Joint Venture being a...

Ruto rallies COMESA bloc to embrace technology for inclusive growth
President Ruto joins COMESA heads of state and government at the 24th summit in Nairobi. President William Ruto has urged African nations to embrace digital transformation to strengthen regional integration, create jobs, and secure economic...

WACC presents Jimmy Story
Ambassador Jimmy Story is the World Affairs Council Charleston's next speaker on Oct. 18, from 6 to 7 p.m., at Charleston Library Society on 164 King St. This timely talk will explore whether promoting democracy should remain a cornerstone of US...


Slog AM: Trump Keeps Trying (and Failing) to Send Troops to Portland, the Government Is Still Shut Down, Local Scientist Wins the Nobel
Good Morning! It’s another one of those perfect days that convince unsuspecting visitors to move to Seattle. Clear skies, high of 69, lows in the high 40s. You can practically hear the soundtrack to Practical Magic. Trump Is Still Obsessed With...

INTERNATIONAL DAY OF THE GIRL CHILD: Investing in the girl child can transform the world
Reading Time: 2 minutesSITEKI – As government works towards achieving economic development for all, investing in the girl child has been identified as one of the most powerful ways to transform society. Senator Linda Nxumalo highlighted this...
OPINION:The generation that sold out Swazis to royal supremacy.
By Wandile Dludlu. The Sobhuza take over in 1968 left him and the Swazis in general with an urgent need for state qualified bureaucrats, management, admins and educated working class fit for purpose as the urge to replace white skilled workers...

USI'S Engineers In Action Chapter Building Bridges in Southern Africa
EVANSVILLE, Ind. — The University of Southern Indiana’s Engineers in Action Chapter recently led a team of students to construct pedestrian bridges in Eswatini, Southern Africa. These bridges provide safe access for over 6,000 residents to cross a...

Scientology Network Calls for Global Action On International Day of Peace
LOS ANGELES, Calif., Sept. 22, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Scientology Network marks the United Nations International Day of Peace 2025 with a powerful marathon that highlights bold initiatives driving humanity toward a more just and peaceful...
UAE, Eswatini launch ‘SHE Powers Africa’ initiative to empower women
The 80th session of the United Nations General Assembly in New York witnessed the launch of the "SHE Powers Africa" initiative, under the patronage of H.H. Sheikha Fatima bint Mubarak, Mother of the Nation, Chairwoman of the General Women's Union,...
King Mswati says exploratory discussions with Google to transform eSwatini into an innovation hub.
By Bongiwe Dlamini MBABANE:King Mswati says the partnership between eSwatini and Stardust, SHE Powers Africa as well as exploratory discussions with Google Cloud will transform the country into an innovation hub, Government online platforms...
King Mswati appeals for R43billion donations to assist eSwatini fight climate change.
By Musa Mdluli MBABANE:King Mswati has appealed to the international community to donate about R43billion($2.4billion) and assist eSwatini fight climate change by implementing a plan seeking to reduce 2.24 million tonnes of greenhouse gas...
Life Sciences Cloud Content Migration: Separating Fact from Fiction
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Texila American University Zambia: The Preferred Destination for Eswatini Students Pursuing Global Careers in Healthcare and Education
Texila American University Zambia (TAUZ) is emerging as the preferred destination for Eswatini students in medicine and education, offering global recognition, modern labs, and tailored support for international learners. Reading Time: 3...

Gasic meets with Eswatini's principal secretary of defence
BELGRADE - Serbian Defence Minister Bratislav Gasic met with Eswatini's Principal Secretary of Defence, Prince Sicalo Nkopolo Dlamini, in Belgrade on Wednesday to discuss bilateral relations and defence cooperation between Serbia and Eswatini....