AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoCitizen Economy Push: MPs in Eswatini scrutinised draft regulations under the Citizen Economic Empowerment Act, including a proposal that no foreign business may operate on Swazi Nation Land, as lawmakers focus on shifting ownership and control of the economy to emaSwati. New Taiwan Envoy: Ambassador Vulindlela Kunene formally began his tenure in Taiwan, pledging deeper cooperation in health, education, skills, investment and energy, and urging Taiwan’s meaningful participation in international bodies. AU Seed Summit Momentum: Delegates and ministers arrived at the Ezulwini Palazzo for the AU Extraordinary Seed Summit, with Eswatini’s leadership stressing climate-resilient seed systems and the need to turn seed policy into working seed markets. Food Prices Watch: Eswatini’s Competition Commission reported mostly stable essential food prices between August and September, with notable increases for onions and some bean packs. Local Safety Outreach: Royal Eswatini Police Service delivered school safety lessons at Mother Touch Primary in Mbabane, covering sexual abuse prevention, drug risks, road safety and expected police conduct. Construction Local Content Concern: The Construction Industry Council warned that foreign contractors dominated registered construction value in 2025/26, raising fears of weaker skills transfer and reduced local economic benefits. Royal and Regional Ties: King Mswati III commended Lesotho’s role in regional integration during Lesotho’s diamond jubilee celebrations, highlighting shared history and cooperation.
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