AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoCourt Safety: Prosecutors say witnesses in Mashumi Shongwe’s murder trial may be in danger, citing a social media audio recording that allegedly discusses eliminating witnesses and a High Court judge. The Crown asked to conceal some witnesses’ names. Education: Eswatini recorded 1,516 pregnancy-related school departures in 2025, including 1,336 secondary pupils, up from 964 in 2023. Reported violence cases in schools also rose, from 45 in 2023 to 204 in 2024–25. Football: Entry to Eswatini’s Under-23 AFCON qualifier against Algeria at Somhlolo Stadium on November 11 is free, but fans must claim tickets online in advance. Public Funds: The Housing Ministry says the E1 million requested from Mbabane council for the Eswatini Urban Forum is a documented short-term loan that will be repaid, rejecting allegations of misappropriation. Bank Fraud: A Standard Bank employee and three co-accused face charges over an alleged E396,000 fraud targeting a pensioner; they were remanded in custody until November 4.
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