AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoBanking Ties: Eswatini’s central bank governor met Egypt’s central bank chief in Cairo to discuss deeper banking cooperation, cash circulation know-how, and Eswatini’s plans to join PAPSS for cheaper cross-border payments. Education & Skills: ESAMI launched its Eswatini alumni association, with Judge Lungile Msimango urging professionals to keep learning to stay relevant. Digital Heritage: Archivists and records managers from the region met in Maseru to tackle how digital change is reshaping documentary preservation. Health & Safety: South Africa’s National Consumer Commission flagged a Ford recall affecting some 2026 Transit and Tourneo Custom vehicles exported to Namibia, Botswana, Lesotho and Swaziland, urging owners to get free inspections and repairs. Local Economy: Eswatini Sugar says the industry is at “rock bottom” despite E8bn revenue, citing weaker global prices and lower grower returns. Governance: The ENPF board was dissolved after months of dysfunction, with the labour minister citing an impasse and the need to protect workers’ savings. Mental Health: A report highlights men making up about 80% of South Africa’s recorded suicides, prompting renewed calls to tackle stigma. Regional Sports: Eswatini’s parliamentary sports committee visited Zimbabwe to benchmark football governance and development. Travel Rules: Russia published its 2026 unified e-visa list, with Eswatini among the eligible countries.
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