US Embassy Statement Draws Criticism from Eswatini Government The Eswatini government has strongly criticized the US Embassy in the landlocked Southern African nation for what it perceives as interference in the country’s judiciary. The government’s spokesperson, Alpheous Nxumalo, denounced the embassy’s recent statement concerning the sentencing of two politicians, accusing…
US Embassy Condemns Verdict on Imprisoned MPs In a strong statement released on Thursday, the United States Embassy in the Kingdom of eSwatini expressed deep disappointment over the recent guilty verdict against incarcerated Members of Parliament (MPs) Bacede Mabuza and Mthandeni Dube. The MPs, who were vocal proponents of democratic…
AI-Enabled Flood Hub Empowers Vulnerable Communities Worldwide Google has made a significant announcement regarding the expansion of its Flood Hub platform, aiming to combat the devastating impacts of floods and provide crucial support to vulnerable communities across the globe. The Flood Hub, which was previously available in several African countries,…
Prime Minister’s Call for Women’s Representation Speaking at the Mangwaneni Primary School during his own registration for the #2023GeneralElection, Prime Minister Cleopas Dlamini emphasized the significance of women’s representation in Parliament. He commended the peaceful registration process, highlighting the nation’s enthusiasm for participating in the upcoming elections. The Prime Minister recognized the steps taken to increase women’s representation in Parliament but stressed that more efforts were necessary to promote inclusivity.…
High Court Finds Pro-Democracy Lawmakers Guilty In a high-profile trial that followed the wave of protests in 2021, the high court in Eswatini’s capital, Mbabane, has convicted two pro-democracy lawmakers of murder and “terrorism.” Mduduzi Bacede Mabuza and Mthandeni Dube were found guilty of inciting unrest during the demonstrations that aimed to bring about democratic reforms in the country. Despite pleading innocent, they now face the possibility of up to…
Eswatini Air Expands its Flight Network Eswatini Air, the emerging airline in Southern Africa, continues to expand its flight network with the imminent launch of direct flights to Cape Town. Following the successful launch of flights to Durban and Harare, this new route signifies another milestone for Eswatini Air in connecting EmaSwati with major destinations across the region. Starting from Friday, June 2, 2023, travelers from Eswatini will have the…
Water Project Struggles Amidst Lack of Support In Ngodini, a community located under the Lobamba Lomdzala Inkhundla in Eswatini, residents are grappling with the scarcity of clean water. Their struggle is exacerbated by allegations that Prime Minister Cleopas Sipho Dlamini, who happens to be their neighbor, has drilled his own borehole without offering assistance to the struggling residents. The lack of resources has hampered the community’s water project, which fails to adequately serve its members. Eswatini, a country where approximately…
In a recent turn of events, the spokesperson for King Mswati of Eswatini, Percy Simelane, has clarified that Sihle Dlamini, an interpreter for the absolute monarch, was not authorized to speak on behalf of the King or the government. Dlamini had caused a stir when he made inflammatory statements on Channel Yemaswati, attacking the United States and European Union countries in response to potential sanctions due to human rights violations in the country. However, his remarks were swiftly dismissed by…
The ICT Ministry’s dedication to advancing digital initiatives aligns Princess Sikhanyiso, the Minister of Information, Communication and Technology (ICT) in Eswatini, reiterated the government’s unwavering commitment to promoting digital transformation and technological advancement. During a recent Senate Portfolio Committee workshop, Princess Sikhanyiso emphasized the importance of leveraging technology to drive economic performance and enhance the social well-being of the people of Eswatini. The ICT Ministry’s dedication to advancing digital initiatives aligns with its goal of fostering innovation and ensuring the…
Matthew Shultz, the lead singer of the Grammy-winning band Cage The Elephant, has entered a guilty plea to gun possession charges. This development follows his arrest for having two loaded firearms in a Manhattan hotel room. The Arrest and Charges Shultz was arrested in January after police discovered two loaded guns in his room at the Bowery Hotel. The singer was subsequently charged with three counts: attempted criminal possession of a weapon, criminal possession of a firearm, and criminal possession…
Cape Town Air Access Expands with Two New Flights The Cape Town Air Access project, aimed at connecting Western Cape with the world, has recently welcomed new routes from Southern Africa. Two new connections are Eswatini Air, which will operate a direct flight between Cape Town and the Kingdom of Eswatini, and Proflight Zambia, which will start its operations from Lusaka on 1 July. Benefits Beyond Tourism The Western Cape minister of finance and economic opportunities, Mireille Wenger, stated that…
Eswatini took a significant step towards transforming its agricultural sector with the official launch of a R44 million Commercial Maize Revolving Fund. The Minister of Agriculture and Cooperatives, Jabulani Mabuza, made the announcement, highlighting the government’s commitment to modernizing agriculture, ensuring food security, and promoting economic development. Eswatini Launches R44 Million Commercial Maize Revolving Fund The project, which has already undergone successful pilot phases, aims to support farmers across the country and foster sustainable maize production. With a duration of…
King’s Interpreter Calls Out US and EU’s Human Rights Record In a recent interview on Channel YeMaswati Television (TV), the King’s Interpreter, Sihle Dlamini, expressed his surprise at the United States (US) and European Union (EU) for their active preparation of sanctions against eSwatini. During the People’s and Places program hosted by esteemed journalist Qhawe Mamba, the King’s Interpreter highlighted the hypocrisy of these countries, emphasizing their historical involvement in the slave trade and labeling them as worse violators of…
Alleged Violation of Elections Act In a recent turn of events, it has come to light that Neal Rijikernberg, the newly appointed Finance Minister, allegedly failed to disclose his non-registration as a voter to King Mswati. This failure potentially violates the Elections Act, which stipulates that one must be a registered voter to be eligible for political appointments by the King. Uncertainty Surrounding Minister’s Registration Status The spokesperson for the Elections and Boundaries Commission (EBC), Mbonisi Bhembe, confirmed that the…
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