Deportation Dispute: Airlines have flagged 36 foreign nationals deported over an alleged online gambling syndicate, adding a new hurdle for Eswatini’s exit arrangements after a court order and appeals. Elections Integrity: The EBC warned voters against using food parcels to influence choices during the by-election period. Agriculture Reform: A World Bank-backed Eswatini Agriculture Sector Review urges shifting from fragmented spending to market-focused investment that strengthens value chains and smallholder support. Governance Watch: The Law Society says the Master’s Office inquiry was unlawfully set up and insists the proper authority must establish a new commission. Regional Trade Push: Eswatini and partners are moving under SADC’s Simplified Trade Regime to cut border red tape and costs for small-scale traders. Energy & Investment: PM Russell Dlamini returned from Taiwan with renewed energy and investment talks, including visits to major renewable projects. Women’s Leadership & GBV: Inkhosikati LaMatsebula called for prayers and collective action against GBV, linking it to women’s economic participation. Cross-Border Wildlife: Eswatini joined regional talks on Mozambique’s proposed selective wildlife culling to manage human-wildlife conflict. Sports: Hardrock FC reached the Munhumutapa Cup Last 16 as Neliswa “Tiger” Dlamini scored in 20 seconds; King’s Cup Golf announced a E600,000 hole-in-one prize.