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Eswatini Commerce Minister says Kingdom aims to increase mining contribution to Gross Domestic Product(GDP),strength fiscal stability.
Swaziland News
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By Zweli Martin Dlamini MBABANE:Mancoba Khumalo,the eSwatini Minister of Commerce, Industry and Trade says the Kingdom aims to increase mining contribution to the country’s Gross Domestic Product(GDP) to enhance fiscal stability. In economic...
African Development Bank Approves $47.5 Million Loan To Spur Eswatini's Economic Growth
MENAFN
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July 2, 2025
(MENAFN- APO Group) The Board of Directors of the African Development Bank Group ( ) has approved a $47.5 million loan to the Kingdom of Eswatini. The loan will support the government's efforts to transform the economy, achieve sustainable growth,...
Sustainability & tangible results at the forefront of Accelerate Trade Facilitation Programme’s annual stocktaking
World Customs Organization
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The WCO’s Accelerate Trade Facilitation Programme, funded by the United Kingdom’s His Majesty’s Revenue & Customs (HMRC), organized its annual National Focal Points Meeting at the WCO Headquarters in Brussels from 3 to 5 June 2025 to assess the...
OPINION:Fighting climate change should not be a donor driven project, Government must allocate more money to the Eswatini Environment Authority(EEA).
Swaziland News
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By Zweli Martin Dlamini Prime Minister Russell Mmiso Dlamini met a delegation from the Green Climate Fund African Division on Monday, he appealed for funding amounting to over R300million to support the country in tackling the climate change...
King Mswati says eSwatini making progress in achieving United Nations Sustainable Development Goals(SDGs).
Swaziland News
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By Bongiwe Dlamini MBABANE:King Mswati says eSwatini is making progress in achieving the United Nations(UN) Sustainable Development Goals(SDGs) but told world leaders that, “the current global crises are threatening progress towards achieving...
Gov’t committed to sustainable research at tertiary institutions – Vice‑President
Ghana Broadcasting Corporation
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June 29, 2025
By Nicholas Osei‑Wusu Government says it is determined to build a sustainable research base for the nation’s universities and colleges. To that end, it has begun implementing the National Research Fund Act, 2016, by establishing the National...
How Africa can foster sustainable diplomacy amidst global trade tensions
IOL
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Ashraf Patel The abrupt exit of Donald Trump from the G7 Summit in Canada, without having side meetings with Global South leaders from South Africa, India et al, and this week’s NATO Summit where core nations committed to a 5% of GDP spending on...
King Mswati III gifts $1,000 to each Eswatini student at KNUST
GhanaWeb
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June 28, 2025
His Majesty King Mswati III of Eswatini, accompanied by Her Royal Highness Inkhosikati LaMagongo, has gifted $1,000 each to the 10 Eswatini (emaSwati) students studying at Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST). The generous...
The two symbolic gifts Otumfuo presented to King of Eswatini at Manhyia Palace
GhanaWeb
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June 28, 2025
A historic cultural exchange took place at the Manhyia Palace when the Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, welcomed His Majesty King Mswati III of Eswatini with two emblematic gifts symbolising unity, heritage, and a shared vision for Africa’s...
Asante, Eswatini cultures converge
Graphic
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June 28, 2025
Two cultures of distinct features, each defining the identity of its people, came together on a common dais at the Manhyia Palace in Kumasi last Thursday when the Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, hosted a durbar for the Leader of the Kingdom of...
King of Eswatini endorses. . .
Ghana Districts
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The King of Eswatini, His Majesty Mswati III, has appreciated the enormity of the task confronting assembly members, advising them to manage their resources effectively to serve the people. He noted that assembly members have limited resources to...
King Mswati III champions stronger Ghana-Eswatini trade ties...
Modern Ghana
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King Mswati III of Eswatini has made a compelling call for deeper trade relations among African nations during his historic maiden visit to Ghana, urging leaders on the continent to work together to unlock Africa’s full economic potential. During...
Eswatini in shock as king Mswati’s health deteriorates
The Maravi Post
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June 20, 2025
In a shocking revelation, sources close to the Royal Family in Eswatini (formerly Swaziland) have confirmed that King Mswati III’s health has taken a significant turn for the worse. According to insiders, the monarch has been admitted to his...
Ghana and Eswatini commit to stronger inter-parliamentary cooperation
GhanaWeb
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June 24, 2025
Ghana and the Kingdom of Eswatini have taken steps to deepen inter-parliamentary collaboration following a visit by the Speaker of Eswatini’s House of Assembly, Jabulani Mabuza, to Ghana's Parliament on Monday, June 23, 2025. Sharing details of...
GIJN Welcomes 12 New Members, from Cyprus to Eswatini
Global Investigative Journalism Network
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June 24, 2025
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Climate change: New study reveals alarming flood and storm patterns in KwaZulu-Natal
IOL
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In a stark revelation about climate challenges facing South Africa, a comprehensive study analysing weather-related disasters over the past 43 years has identified floods and storms as the most pervasive threats, particularly impacting...
Eswatini government determined to ban single-use plastic despite push back by pro-plastic lobbyists
Down to Earth
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Despite the Eswatini parliament’s suspension of the legislation banning single-use plastics for another seven years, the country’s Prime Minister Russell Dlamini has assured the recent Third United Nations Oceans Conference (UNOC3) that the...
Residents clean Kumasi in wait for King Mswati III of Eswatini Kingdom
The Chronicle News Online
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June 23, 2025
Residents in Kumasi under the supervision of the various Metropolitan, Municipal and District assemblies, embarked on a massive clean-up exercise to promote environmental cleanliness. Enthusiastic participants cleaned up streets, markets and...
African governments need to consider harmonising tax structures
Times Aerospace
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High taxes, inconsistent policies, and reliance on aviation revenues can stifle the development of a competitive and sustainable aviation sector. To foster greater air connectivity, economic growth, and regional integration, it is critical for...
Vunani reports R3. 1 million loss in challenging economic climate
IOL
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June 21, 2025
Vunani, the independent black-owned diversified financial services group, for the year ended February 28, 2025 posted a loss of R3.1 million, compared to a profit of R24.2m in 2024 amid a difficult and volatile operating environment owing to...