AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoJudiciary Shock: Eswatini mourns Chief Justice Bheki Maphalala’s death, with the Law Society and Prime Minister Russell Dlamini stressing the end of a key era and calling for respect for judicial independence. Civic Engagement: The Elections and Boundaries Commission brought voter registration and civic education to Imbali at Mbangweni during Umhlanga, urging eligible young people to register with ID cards using biometric capture. Economic Empowerment: New Economic Empowerment Regulations reserve all retail operations under E8m annual turnover for emaSwati, covering everything from supermarkets and pharmacies to hardware and liquor outlets. Regional Security Agenda: PM Russell Dlamini met SADC’s Organ on Politics, Defence and Security Cooperation delegation as Eswatini prepares for the chairship induction. Environment & Health: Senators scrutinised the draft National Biodiversity Strategy and Action Plan (NBSAP 3.0), while separate reporting flags illegal mining polluting the Phophonyane River with mercury risk. Sports & Governance: Mbabane Marathon sponsorship rises to E276,000 as registration opens, and CAF match coverage highlights Somhlolo’s giant screen failing during Champions League ties.
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