Chagos Islands & China ties: The UK is weighing transferring the Chagos Islands to Mauritius, a move that could affect the US-UK Diego Garcia base, as Washington reportedly considers buying the territory and critics warn Mauritius may not protect the base from Chinese interference. Eswatini–China trade access: A new analysis argues Eswatini’s exclusion from China’s preferential tariff framework is driven less by politics and more by missing institutional support, including the lack of a Chinese embassy in Mbabane. Regional migration pressure: Eswatini freight drivers back South Africa President Cyril Ramaphosa’s call for coordinated, cross-border solutions to undocumented immigration, warning road freight underpins about 70% of Eswatini’s economy. Higher education cooperation: Eswatini and South Africa reaffirmed plans to deepen ties in higher education, research, innovation and ICT, including work toward a SADC University of Technology. ENPF board crisis: Parliament hears the ENPF board is dysfunctional, with MPs pushing for a select committee to investigate the impasse and recommend fixes. Money laundering focus: SADC urged stronger cooperation to protect regional financial systems, noting only a few states—including Eswatini—have signed the AML/CFT agreement. Labour rights watch: Zimbabwe was placed on the ITUC workers’ rights watch list, with Eswatini also flagged among worst violators. Economy & inflation: Eswatini’s central bank says it will keep a cautious monetary stance, maintaining the discount rate while managing imported inflation shocks. World Cup link: Cape Verde’s World Cup debut follows a 3-0 qualifier win over Eswatini, sparking regional football celebrations.