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Digital Finance Push: Eswatini’s e-Mali is expanding cashless payments, letting users send, receive and pay bills like water and electricity straight from their phones. Public Health & Livestock: South Africa says it has received an extra 2 million FMD vaccine doses, bringing its total to 8 million since late February, with more expected to arrive soon. Regional Trade & Borders: South Africa unveiled a R12.5bn plan to upgrade six land border posts, including Beitbridge and Oshoek (linking to Eswatini), aiming to boost efficiency and cross-border movement. Education Disruption: Eswatini Medical Christian University has suspended face-to-face lectures amid student protests over leadership and a complaint in Radiology. Jobs & Infrastructure: Manzini Mall Phase 2’s main contractor has been announced, with the project expected to create up to 3,000 jobs. Health Watch: WHO says it is supporting Eswatini’s preparedness for Hantavirus after cases were linked to a cruise ship. Sports & Recognition: Temwa Chawinga has been nominated for Sportswoman of the Year at the AUSC Region 5 RASA awards.

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