AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoDiplomacy & Regional Ties: Zimbabwe’s President Mnangagwa and officials have mourned the death of Ambassador Victor Matemadanda, Zimbabwe’s envoy to Mozambique and Eswatini, aged 66, with government statements offering no cause of death while speculation swirls. Public Health & Trade: Eswatini’s proposed ESWASA law is being pushed as a way to make SME products meet standards and unlock export markets, with Senate President Lindiwe Dlamini urging stronger enforcement and alignment across ministries. Tax & Revenue: Finance Minister Neal Rijkenberg told MPs that the Eswatini Revenue Service’s near E18 billion domestic tax target is now “unattainable” amid worsening global conditions. Governance & Security: Enoch Chihana has been delegated to chair a high-level virtual SADC security summit, with Eswatini set to take the incoming chair role in the Organ Troika. Immigration Pressure: Reports say state security at Eswatini’s border is arresting foreigners trying to enter ahead of South Africa’s June 30 “March and March” protests. Business Leadership: Shoprite Eswatini director Senator Sylvia Mthethwa was elected Africa’s Most Influential Women vice president. Sports & Culture: Eswatini’s role in regional liberation history was highlighted at a June 16 legacy event, while ICC Women’s Cricket Week expands with Eswatini among participating boards.
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