Cross-Border Human Impact: An Eswatini long-distance bus driver, Themba Ncongwane, died while transporting deported Malawian nationals from South Africa, highlighting the deadly risks around regional deportations and returns. Financial Integrity & Oversight: South Africa’s Public Investment Corporation (PIC) is under renewed scrutiny after leadership and governance questions, with President Ramaphosa insisting there is no “crisis” despite turmoil and resignations. Digital Finance Regulation: The South African Reserve Bank proposes strict rules for cross-border crypto transactions, including authorisation and reporting requirements for crypto service providers. Migration & Social Security: SADC is urged to fix social security gaps as displaced migrants lose access to pensions and unemployment benefits they contributed to in South Africa. Local Governance Relief: King Mswati III intervened to stop eviction threats at Ncangosini by directing government to buy the farm and convert it into Swazi Nation Land. Tax Reform Focus: Eswatini Revenue Service moves to build a high-net-worth taxation framework with technical support from ATAF, aiming to improve compliance and revenue mobilisation. Policing & Gambling Crackdown: Police Commissioner Vusi Masango says the online gambling investigation will not spare anyone, regardless of rank or political influence. Payments Security Push: CBE Governor Phil Mnisi warns residents to avoid large cash withdrawals and use traceable electronic payments. Regional Security Leadership: King Mswati III marks Eswatini’s chairing of SARPCCO as a key step in coordinated action against transnational crime. HIV Funding Alarm: AIDS 2026 reports warn global HIV funding fell sharply in 2025, with new infections rising and Eswatini still making progress toward 2030 targets. Sports & Diplomacy: PM Russell Dlamini is set to deliver a keynote at Taiwan’s Ketagalan Forum, while Eswatini’s football plans include recruiting diaspora players to strengthen national teams.