AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoImmigration & Child Protection: Hawks raided suspected brothels in Secunda, arresting two undocumented Swazi sisters and removing four minors after social workers found them in unsuitable conditions. Food Safety & Compliance: Government says it will intensify inspections in eateries after a Mbabane Chinese restaurant was shut down over complaints about allegedly selling high-alcohol beverages to young people. Public Finance Pressure: Finance Minister Neal Rijkenberg warns the state faces a funding gap and may need an extra E4.5bn loan to meet bills and pay suppliers. Healthcare Support: MTN Eswatini invested E160,000 to refurbish Hospice at Home’s palliative care unit, including restoring the water system and adding beds. Gender-Based Violence: Police recorded 1,994 GBV cases and 22 related deaths in the first three months of 2026, with many victims killed by people they trusted. Jobs & Investment: Eswatini Quantum Works will build a E600m factory at Nokwane to produce aluminium and copper cables for export, creating about 200 jobs. Agriculture & Exports: Agriculture Minister Mandla Tshawuka says Eswatini is in the declining phase of FMD and is seeking WOAH assessment to regain meat export access. Sports: Justice Figuareido urges more Eswatini players to move abroad to strengthen the national team.
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