US–Eswatini Migration Deal: Eswatini says two more Latin American “third-country nationals” have arrived after being deported from the United States under a bilateral agreement, bringing the total to more than 30 since last year—while rights groups continue to challenge the deal over detention and due-process concerns. China–Eswatini Tensions: Beijing has told Chinese citizens to leave Eswatini, citing “extremely high” security risks linked to cyber fraud and illegal online gambling; Mbabane rejects the warning and points to ongoing police action. Illegal Gambling Probe: Eswatini’s High Court papers say the gambling crackdown has widened into an international fraud and organised crime investigation, with hundreds of devices under forensic review and alleged links to senior officials and politicians. Public Service Push for Accountability: Deputy Prime Minister Thulisile Dladla urged SADC public service commissions to deliver real citizen benefits, not just speeches, as she opened a regional forum in Ezulwini. Education Costs: An education review committee recommends standardising public secondary school fees across the country, while also flagging delays in government fund disbursement. Local Governance & Jobs: Mbabane Municipal Council is drafting a 2026–2030 Economic Development Strategy to win back businesses and investment as firms shift to Ezulwini. Transport Sector Warning: Widows in the transport industry are being warned not to hand over operating permits to partners, after concerns they could lose licences and income. Youth & Sports: Eswatini’s cricket captain Mbali Dlamini heads to Tanzania for an ICC Future Leadership Programme for female coaches, while COSSASA Games preparations intensify in Bulawayo ahead of the regional school sports event.