State Funeral Funding: Government has committed E500,000 for the state funeral of late Chief Justice Bheki Maphalala, with E100,000 already handed to the family and E400,000 earmarked for funeral arrangements. Royal Health & National Mourning: Eswatini’s Home Affairs Minister Princess Lindiwe has died in South Africa after a short illness, prompting condolences to the King and royal family. Public Safety Incident: Eswatini soldiers accidentally shot two US personnel during an anti-smuggling operation; both were reported to have minor injuries and an investigation is underway. Sports & Youth Football: Makoanyane XI departs for COSAFA qualifiers in Ghana, drawn in Group B with South Africa, Angola and eSwatini. Local Football: The MTN Premier League season kicks off this weekend with prize money increases, while clubs continue signing and preparing for the new campaign. Economy & Jobs: Finance Minister Neal Rijkenberg warns unemployment is a deep crisis, citing high joblessness rates and youth unemployment. Business & Compliance: Commerce Minister Manqoba Khumalo launches nationwide inspections to ensure licences, taxes and ENPF compliance, including checks on foreign-owned firms. Regional Oversight: SADC public accounts committees in Eswatini pledge tougher scrutiny of procurement and value-for-money spending. Tech & Policy: Eswatini hosts a COMESA–World Bank AI workshop to shape the region’s approach to AI and emerging technologies.