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JOBS: Every "no” brings you one step closer to the right “yes.” Keep applying, keep growing and remember— the right oppo...
19/08/2025

JOBS: Every "no” brings you one step closer to the right “yes.” Keep applying, keep growing and remember— the right opportunity is looking for you, too.

19/08/2025

STUDENTS TAKE UNIVERSITY GRIEVANCES TO MINISTRY: Andile Lawson, the President of the SRC at Eswatini Medical Christian University updating students outside the Ministry of Education in Mbabane after their petition delivery to the ministry. The students were at the ministry to implore the ministry to intervene in the issues the university is facing, citing that the issues affect their learning.

The King's Baton Relay has concluded its journey through Eswatini! The Prime Minister, Russell Mmiso Dlamini, officially...
19/08/2025

The King's Baton Relay has concluded its journey through Eswatini! The Prime Minister, Russell Mmiso Dlamini, officially received the baton, celebrating the Commonwealth's values. Now, the baton is off to its next stop— Malawi. Get the full story in our newspaper.

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DOUBLING THE EXCITEMENT IN HHOHHO!: The HRFA welcomes KOBWA as a new partner, igniting Pigg's Peak with two thrilling to...
19/08/2025

DOUBLING THE EXCITEMENT IN HHOHHO!: The HRFA welcomes KOBWA as a new partner, igniting Pigg's Peak with two thrilling tournaments! U-13 teams will battle for soccer kits, referees gear up with new officiating kits (E25,000), and senior teams compete for glory in a E50,000 knockout tournament kicking off next month, wrapping up in May 2026.

19/08/2025

TOUCH DOWN, JAPAN: His Majesty King Mswati III, accompanied by Inkhosikati Make LaMatsebula, has safely arrived at Tokyo’s Haneda International Airport. The King is in Japan to attend the TICAD9 Summit, opening tomorrow at the Pacific Yokohama National Convention Hall, and was welcomed by Japan’s TICAD9 Ambassador, His Excellency Matsunaga.

LOVE TRIANGLE OR STOLEN CAR?: Mangaliso Hlatjwako who is accused of stealing a car valued at E45 000, insists he didn’t ...
19/08/2025

LOVE TRIANGLE OR STOLEN CAR?: Mangaliso Hlatjwako who is accused of stealing a car valued at E45 000, insists he didn’t steal it. He says it belonged to his girlfriend, Thobile Dlamini. But the complainant, Thobile Dlamini denied being in a relationship with Hlajwako, calling him just her mechanic and claims he never returned the vehicle she gave him for fixing. The court now has to decide: was it love, or just theft?

During the court appearance, Hlatjwako also made damning allegations against a police officer who was testifying against him. Find out what he said in tomorrow’s copy.

19/08/2025

HHESHE NYAMAZANE!: His Majesty King Mswati III has summoned warriors for Butimba. Through Indvuna Bahlole Ndzimandze, the King said all warriors from all the four corners of the country should convene at Ludzidzini Royal Residence this coming Saturday. The King urged the warriors to bring all their necessary tools, such as knobkieries, guns among other tools for the event.

FIFA President Gianni Infantino has congratulated re-elected EFA President Peter Simelane. Simelane has also confirmed ...
19/08/2025

FIFA President Gianni Infantino has congratulated re-elected EFA President Peter Simelane. Simelane has also confirmed receiving correspondence from the global soccer body.

REGIONAL SECURITY LEVELLED UP: When neighbours join hands, borders get harder to cross for the wrong reasons. His Majest...
19/08/2025

REGIONAL SECURITY LEVELLED UP: When neighbours join hands, borders get harder to cross for the wrong reasons. His Majesty has just signed a set of game-changing protocols aimed at keeping Southern Africa safer and Eswatini right at the table. Our lead story has more.

WHEN SOUTH AFRICA SNEEZES: Big firms are packing up, mines are shutting down, and suddenly Eswatini feels the flu. What does this exodus mean for our jobs, taxes and trade? South Africa’s economic storm is spilling over, and Eswatini is right in the splash zone. Story on pages 2-3.

WHEN CASH FLOWS LIKE FUEL: How does a small salary turn into big properties? A fuel attendant’s lifestyle is now under the microscope as investigators follow the money. The case against a purported railways syndicate is spiralling in unexpected directions. Story pages 4-5.

WHEN CODE BECOMES CURRENCY: From artificial intelligence to app-building, emaSwati are getting a digital passport to global opportunities, without paying a cent. The future of work might just be one click away. Story on page 14.

…AND IN OTHER NEWS:
- September is almost over, and with it comes a major change to the price of alcohol and to***co.
- With 70 youth in attendance, a special discipline camp is underway in Eswatini, focusing on kids as young as seven. We reveal how the program is tackling behavioural issues like laziness and poor academic focus by teaching gumboot dance, open-fire cooking, and more.
- Chiefs are encountering complex disputes, such as land ownership and burial rights. A new workshop highlights the challenges traditional leaders face and how they're being trained to address them while respecting citizens' rights.

ENTERTAINMENT: We've got it all! Our stories reveal the inside scoop on the Miss Eswatini directorship bid and a high-end leisure establishment's rehab.

BUSINESS: Eswatini’s financial markets showed mixed signals in July, a stagnant stock exchange but modest bond market growth hinting at shifting investor confidence. At the same time, the Eswatini Revenue Service announced major leadership changes, marking a new chapter for the country’s tax administration and revenue collection efforts.

SPORTS: Eswatini Football Association's bill for allowances and travel has ballooned to alarming levels. Meanwhile, there are surprises in the Sihlangu squad to face Cameroon. The sports section of your favourite read has these and more.

Tragic news from South Africa as Zimbabwean footballer Tendai Ndoro, former Orlando Pirates striker and Warriors star, h...
18/08/2025

Tragic news from South Africa as Zimbabwean footballer Tendai Ndoro, former Orlando Pirates striker and Warriors star, has been found dead in his apartment at the age of 40. The Harare Times, a Zimbabwean media publication has confirmed the heartbreaking loss. Local side Stumbo’s recently confirmed his link which would have been a key signing expected to strengthen their squad.

18/08/2025

BAGS OF TROUBLE: A security guard meant to protect property found himself in trouble after stealing five bags of cement worth E550. Sibusiso Celumusa Tfumbatsa (30), of Dvokolwako and employed by Stallion Security, told the court that he committed the theft to cover costs for his father’s funeral, as he is the only child. He was sentenced to a fine of E2 000 or 18 months in prison.

Sihlangu Croatian gaffer Zdravko 'Loga' Logarusic and his assistant Sifiso 'Nuro' Ntibane have officially announced thei...
18/08/2025

Sihlangu Croatian gaffer Zdravko 'Loga' Logarusic and his assistant Sifiso 'Nuro' Ntibane have officially announced their squad for the 2026 FIFA World Cup Qualifiers against Cameroon and Libya. Detailed report and reactions in tomorrow's sports section

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