AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoPolice Recruitment Push: King Mswati III announced a new Royal Eswatini Police Service recruitment drive at the 23rd Police Day celebrations, saying a growing population and retirements require more officers to keep policing effective and professional. Leadership on Security: Prime Minister Russell Dlamini echoed that REPS remains a pillar of peace and national confidence, praising its rule-of-law role as the country marks the King’s 40 years on the throne. Women Break Barriers: REPS officer Tshidi Mdluli made history as only the second woman to interpret for the King at a major national event, highlighting expanding roles for women in security services. US Visa Services Shift: The US Embassy in Mbabane will stop routine visa applications, directing applicants to schedule and apply via the US Consulate General in Johannesburg. HIV Funding Alarm: UNAIDS warned that sharp cuts to HIV prevention and community services could trigger a resurgence, even as infections and AIDS deaths remain at record lows. Parliament Watch on Health: Former Luke Commission (TLC) staff petitioned Parliament alleging expired medical drugs were distributed and asked for health and funding investigations. Anti-Trafficking Warning: PM Dlamini urged stronger vigilance as traffickers increasingly use AI, social media and fake job offers to trap victims.
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