AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoHIV & Women’s Health: SA activist Nozibele Mayaba says sisterhood is key to reversing stigma affecting women, pointing to restoration through Jesus and Mary Magdalene. Economy: Eswatini’s real GDP grew 6.5% in Q2 2026, with primary, secondary and tertiary sectors all expanding year-on-year. Diplomacy & Food Security: Eswatini welcomed its first locally based FAO representative, strengthening plans to tackle food insecurity and malnutrition. International Partnerships: Eswatini and Taiwan pledged deeper cooperation for the next 58 years, including a Strategic Fuel Reserve and an industrial innovation park. Parliament & Jobs: MPs passed the EPTC loan Bill, with management assuring no retrenchments—though concerns remain for workers already issued retrenchment letters. Governance & Courts: A Home Affairs civil registrar accused of corruption was told not to cover her face in court. Business & Connectivity: MTN launched Hybrid Direct Internet Access to protect firms from internet disruptions caused by upstream network failures. Culture & Youth: The October International Theatre Festival continues, with experts training young performers; producers say funding is the biggest hurdle. Regional Spotlight: Zimbabwe’s Wicknell Chivayo and his wife died in a helicopter crash; investigations are ongoing.
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