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Climate change: New study reveals alarming flood and storm patterns in KwaZulu-Natal
In a stark revelation about climate challenges facing South Africa, a comprehensive study analysing weather-related disasters over the past 43 years has identified floods and storms as the most pervasive threats, particularly impacting...

Eswatini government determined to ban single-use plastic despite push back by pro-plastic lobbyists
Despite the Eswatini parliament’s suspension of the legislation banning single-use plastics for another seven years, the country’s Prime Minister Russell Dlamini has assured the recent Third United Nations Oceans Conference (UNOC3) that the...

King Mswati III champions stronger Ghana-Eswatini trade ties...
King Mswati III of Eswatini has made a compelling call for deeper trade relations among African nations during his historic maiden visit to Ghana, urging leaders on the continent to work together to unlock Africa’s full economic potential. During...

Ghana and Eswatini commit to stronger inter-parliamentary cooperation
Ghana and the Kingdom of Eswatini have taken steps to deepen inter-parliamentary collaboration following a visit by the Speaker of Eswatini’s House of Assembly, Jabulani Mabuza, to Ghana's Parliament on Monday, June 23, 2025. Sharing details of...

GIJN Welcomes 12 New Members, from Cyprus to Eswatini
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Residents clean Kumasi in wait for King Mswati III of Eswatini Kingdom
Residents in Kumasi under the supervision of the various Metropolitan, Municipal and District assemblies, embarked on a massive clean-up exercise to promote environmental cleanliness. Enthusiastic participants cleaned up streets, markets and...

Vunani reports R3. 1 million loss in challenging economic climate
Vunani, the independent black-owned diversified financial services group, for the year ended February 28, 2025 posted a loss of R3.1 million, compared to a profit of R24.2m in 2024 amid a difficult and volatile operating environment owing to...

More than 120 spring graduates receive Latin honors
Luther College announced that 268 students graduated in the spring of 2025. They were honored at the 2025 Commencement ceremony on May 25. Of the graduating class, 124 received Latin honors across a variety of majors and 18% were first-generation...

KMA restricts street trading, enhances traffic regulations as Kumasi welcomes Eswatini King
The Kumasi Metropolitan Assembly is putting in place measures to heighten restrictions on unauthorized street trading in Kumasi as the Manhyia Palace prepares to welcome the King of Eswatini. The Ingwenyama of the Kingdom of Eswatini, King Mswati...

Kumasi prepares for royal visit of King of Eswatini
By: Nicholas Osei-Wusu The Head of State and King of the Kingdom of Eswatini, King Mswati III is to undertake a four-day Royal visit to the Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu in the Ashanti region from the 24th to 28th of this month. The visit is to...
Ex-Swazi Observer Business editor Mancoba Makhubu travels to the United States(US) for leadership training under Mandela Washington Fellow program.
By Bongiwe Dlamini MBABANE:Manqoba Makhubu, the former Swazi Observer Business editor has travelled to the United States(US) for leadership training under the Mandela Washington Fellows program. This was announced by the United States Embassy...

Ashanti Regional Coordinating Council announces clean-up exercise ahead of visit by King of Eswatini
The Ashanti Regional Coordinating Council (ARCC), under the leadership of the Ashanti Regional Minister, Dr. Frank Amoakohene, has announced a clean-up exercise across all Metropolitan, Municipal, and District Assemblies. This exercise, scheduled...

India, Namibia Call For Fast-tracking Trade Deal With South African Customs Union
Home Africa India, Namibia Call For Fast-tracking Trade Deal With South African Customs Union India–SACU preferential trade agreement can be a transformative platform for regional trade, investment and value chain integration, PM Modi said India...
Tinkhundla Minister Sikhumbuzo Dlamini hands over projects worth over R2million at Ngudzeni, expresses Government’s commitment to addressing the needs of emaSwati.
By Bongiwe Dlamini NGUDZENI:Sikhumbuzo Dlamini, the Minister of Tinkhundla and Development has expressed Government’s commitment to addressing the needs of the people. The Minister, as quoted by Government online platforms, was speaking on Monday...

Port Shepstone karateka to represent SA in Namibia
Ilhaam Amod (17) from Port Shepstone is among 198 athletes selected to represent Team South Africa at the 11th Region 5 Youth Games in Namibia from July 4 to 13. The games are organised by the South African Sports Confederation and Olympic...

Coca-Cola Africa Restructures Bottling with ECCBC Deal
Equatorial Coca-Cola Bottling Company (ECCBC) and Coca-Cola Beverages Africa (CCBA) have reached an agreement for ECCBC to acquire Voltic (GH) Limited (Voltic) and West African Refreshments Limited (WARL). Voltic is a subsidiary of CCBA and WARL...
New report highlights sharp currency losses in Africa as most nations face FX setbacks
Nearly half of African currencies depreciated in May 2025, reflecting continued FX pressures despite ongoing reforms and steady economic growth across the continent, according to the African Export-Import Bank’s June 2025 edition of its Monthly...

Nigeria, Ghana, South Africa hit as half of African currencies Weaken –Report
Nearly half of African currencies weakened in May 2025, despite continued economic reforms and steady development across the continent, according to the June edition of the Monthly Developments in the African Macroeconomic Environment report...
SADC PRESIDENTS & PRIME MINISTERS EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATIONS
SADC PRESIDENTS & PRIME MINISTERS EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATIONS President Dr Lazarus Chakwera holds a PhD in Theology from the University of Trinity International University in the United States of America. He also holds a bachelor degree from...

Equatorial Coca-Cola Bottling Company to acquire Voltic (GH) Limited and West African Refreshments Ltd.
Equatorial Coca-Cola Bottling Company (ECCBC) and Coca-Cola Beverages Africa (CCBA) have reached an agreement for ECCBC to acquire Voltic (GH) Limited (Voltic) and West African Refreshments Limited (WARL). Voltic is a subsidiary of CCBA, and WARL...