Energy & Land Rights: South Africa’s shift from coal to solar and wind is expanding fast in rural areas, but researchers warn communal land can’t be treated like empty space—renewables must follow laws requiring informed consent to avoid repeating past dispossession. Parliament Watch: An Eswatini MP has urged the Ministry of Commerce to push investors to pay textile workers decent wages, warning low pay keeps workers below PAYE tax thresholds and hurts both livelihoods and government revenue. Competition & Industry: Another MP raised concerns about a poultry monopoly, alleging one operator dominates feed, chicks, eggs and broilers; the minister says any anti-competitive conduct falls under the Competition Commission. Regional Elections: SADC announced an observer mission to Zambia’s 13 August 2026 general election, with a long-term observation period from 27 July and observer training in early August. SADC Health Governance: Coverage highlights a “medical procurement paradox” in SADC—countries spend billions on medicines yet still face shortages, while pooled procurement remains slow to roll out. HIV Prevention: NERCHA findings say young people in Eswatini still report unprotected sex despite condom access, driven by partner pressure, financial hardship, and stigma. Public Service & Pensions: PSPF encourages members to undergo genetic profiling to reduce inheritance and paternity disputes after death. Sports & Diplomacy: Eswatini is listed among Commonwealth Games participants in Glasgow, with the opening ceremony on 23 July 2026.