AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoIndependence & Environment: King Charles III praised Eswatini’s efforts to tackle environmental challenges and protect the kingdom’s natural heritage in his Independence Day message to King Mswati III, also reaffirming UK ties through the Commonwealth. Theatre & Culture: Eswatini’s International Theatre Festival (OITF) is set for October 1–3, aiming to revive the local stage with 15+ productions, workshops and a street festival across multiple venues. Football (CAF Champions League): Nsingizini Hotspurs coach Mandla Qhogi said his side remains hopeful after a 1-0 first-leg loss to Scottland FC in Harare, despite an early red card; Scottland coach Norman Mapeza warned the job is “only half done.” Local Sports Spotlight: Cancer survivor Thando Dlamini won taekwondo bronze at the Whiston Taekwondo Open in Manchester ahead of Eswatini’s National Championships. Economy (Credit): Private sector credit rose to E23.8bn in July, but business lending dipped while household borrowing continued to grow. Governance & Trade: Mbabane City Council won best exhibitor at the Eswatini International Trade Fair as government backed plans to turn Mavuso into a permanent trade and investment hub. Regional Politics: SADC’s security organ is set to consider Zambia’s post-election crisis after receiving a preliminary report.
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