AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoJudiciary Shock: Eswatini’s Chief Justice Bheki Maphalala has died while receiving medical treatment in South Africa, with Prime Minister Russell Mmiso Dlamini and Chief Justice Martha Koome leading condolences and urging the public to respect the family’s privacy. Election Politics: PM Russell Dlamini has registered to vote ahead of the 2028 elections and says the EBC is now running continuous voter registration. Regional Security Agenda: The PM met SADC’s Organ on Politics, Defence and Security Cooperation team as Eswatini prepares to chair the Organ, with focus on foreign affairs, defence, policing, immigration and corrections. Sports—CAF: Nsingizini Hotspurs face Scottland in a must-win CAF Champions League tie at Somhlolo after a 1-0 first-leg loss; Scottland advanced on 1-0 aggregate after a goalless second leg. Local Football: Scottland’s win has sparked praise for the strength of Eswatini’s league, while Red Rhinos have withdrawn from a Premier League status deal citing identity, contracts and registration issues. Environment & Health: Illegal miners are accused of polluting the Phophonyane River with mercury, raising serious health concerns for communities. STEM Push: ICT Minister Savannah Maziya says women must lead Eswatini’s STEM future as top learners were rewarded with tablets and scholarships. Mbabane Marathon: Registration for the 2026 Mbabane Marathon is open, with MTN MoMo boosting sponsorship to E276,000.
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