AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoRegional Politics & Courts: South Africa’s parliamentary impeachment inquiry into President Cyril Ramaphosa is set to meet Wednesday to draft terms of reference after MPs previously rejected Ramaphosa’s bid to stop proceedings; the National Assembly speaker declined to oppose the court challenge, leaving judges to decide whether the inquiry can continue. Eswatini Governance & Finance: MPs want government to explore using EswatiniBank to manage selected state payments and SACU receipts, while a separate move is underway to investigate Eswatini Christian Medical University (EMCU) through a new five-member commission of inquiry. Migration & Security: Eswatini border patrols are reportedly arresting foreigners trying to enter ahead of South Africa’s June 30 “March and March” protests, adding to recent court cases involving illegal entrants. Diplomacy & Controversy: Zimbabwe’s ambassador to Mozambique and Eswatini, Victor Matemadanda, has died at 66; officials have not disclosed the cause, while unverified claims online have raised questions about the circumstances. Business & Influence: Eswatini’s King Mswati III granted controversial Zimbabwean businessman Wicknell Chivayo citizenship and a diplomatic passport after a private audience. Human Rights: A global report says human rights defenders faced escalating threats, with at least 358 killed across 28 countries in 2025. Public Life: Shoprite Eswatini director Senator Sylvia Mthethwa was elected vice president of Africa’s Most Influential Women.
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