Debt Watch: A new analysis asks whether Eswatini’s public debt is truly a problem, noting the debt-to-GDP figure sits around 40% but warning that the real pressure is rising interest costs and refinancing risks. Public Health & Safety: Police say a woman of interest has been found after a poison-laced emahewu incident in Mbabane left a 3-year-old dead, with the mother and brother still hospitalised; no arrests or charges yet. Education Crisis: The World Bank flags a reading crisis, with many children moving through early primary without basic literacy, and points to weak foundational skills in both reading and maths. Gender-Based Violence: Inkhosikati LaMatsebula urged prayers and collective action to confront GBV, stressing men’s role in mentoring, challenging discrimination, and backing women’s leadership. Financial Sector Governance: Senzo Hlatshwayo says he did not resign as FSRA chair, describing a “leave of absence” amid allegations tied to the arrest of Asian nationals. Infrastructure & Trade: An AfDB-funded road programme aims to cut transport costs and boost trade with South Africa and Mozambique by 5%. Court & Church: A court challenge seeks to block a new rector appointment at All Saints Cathedral in Mbabane, involving work permit issues and threatened church disciplinary action. University Dispute: UNESWA law students report withheld module results over alleged unpaid part-time lecturer fees. Teachers’ Conditions: SNAT raises concerns about poor teacher housing and working conditions in Shiselweni after government site visits. Energy Investment Push: PM Russell Dlamini courts Taiwanese energy investors for large-scale renewables to add over 1,000MW capacity. Women in Leadership: The Inkhosikati also praised King Mswati III for recognising women’s leadership in public and corporate spaces.