SADC Leadership: King Mswati III has assumed the SADC Organ on Politics, Defence and Security Cooperation chairmanship, signing an amendment to strengthen how member states handle subscription procedures as Durban summit leaders push industrialisation, infrastructure, agriculture and regional integration. Regional Security & Climate: The National Disaster Risk Management Authority warns El Niño has a more than 90% chance of becoming “very strong,” urging stronger preparedness. US Deportations via Third Countries: Liberia agreed to accept up to 1,200 third-country deportees from the US over a year, with the first 20 expected Thursday, described as “guests” who may seek asylum. Local Governance & Housing: Deputy Prime Minister Thulisile Dladla handed over six houses to vulnerable families in Mpolonjeni, Nkilongo and Lubulini, ending years of unsafe living conditions. Economy & Jobs: Prime Minister Russell Dlamini urged a shift in borrowing toward productive investment and job creation, while unemployment concerns remain sharp. Health & Society: Eswatini is urged to respond to rising diabetes and other non-communicable diseases, and government is examining ways to curb children’s access to harmful social media content. Sports & Culture: Mbabane Highlanders face Kaizer Chiefs in a closed-door friendly; Silver Strikers Ladies begin their CAF Women’s Champions League-COSAFA qualifier in Botswana; and Mhlume Country Club hosts a Princess Frozen family musical day plus evening live music.