AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoUS Deportations to Eswatini: Amnesty International says the latest batch of 11 people sent from the United States to Eswatini is “unlawful,” renewing calls to end the third-country deportation deal and to stop detention without due process. Diplomacy (Taiwan ties): Foreign Minister Lin Chia-lung met Eswatini’s Justice Minister Simelane Dlamini in Taipei, highlighting cooperation in agriculture, energy, smart medicine and plans for a judicial cooperation pact. Digital Media: Eswatini Observer launched a podcast series, with MTN Eswatini support, starting with a conversation featuring arts and culture leader Thamsanqa Sibandze. Tax & Business: Eswatini Beverages won top honours at the ERS Client Appreciation Awards, while SARS Commissioner Dr Johnstone Makhubu praised compliant taxpayers. Regional Security: South Africa seized drugs worth about R3 million along borders involving Mozambique, and also confiscated goods near the KwaZulu-Natal route linked to Eswatini. Public Health (HIV): A feature explains how lenacapavir (LEN) works and why understanding it matters for HIV prevention. Sports: FNB Eswatini Challenge unveiled a record E2.5m prize pool for August 11–15.
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