AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoRegional Diplomacy: Eswatini’s Deputy Prime Minister Thulisile Dladla arrived in Zambia for President-elect Hakainde Hichilema’s inauguration, as other heads of state—including Tanzania’s Samia Suluhu Hassan, Namibia’s Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah and Botswana’s Duma Boko—also touched down in Lusaka amid a disputed election backdrop. Royal & Social Affairs: At Ludzidzini’s Umhlanga, South African activist Phakel’umthakathi Ndabandaba urged men to protect the girl child and back the monarchy’s role in fighting GBV, while thousands of maidens delivered reed in a major cultural milestone. Trade & Economy: Eswatini used the Trade Fair to push business growth themes, including an Eswatini Stock Exchange seminar on capital markets, and the King called for bigger economic ambition—producing more locally and supplying the region. Tourism: Tourism Minister Jane Simelane said Umhlanga is lifting international arrivals and revenue, reaching E1 billion. Energy & Industry (regional): Eskom says it wants to restore industrial demand and boost exports, with Mozal in Mozambique flagged as a potential electricity customer. Sports: Mbabane’s 8Bet Trade Fair Cup kicked off with Highlanders, Nsingizini Hotspurs and Moneni Pirates winning, setting up a Mbabane derby, while Eswatini’s Kwakhe Thwala impressed for Scottland ahead of CAF Champions League prelims.
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