AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoZimbabwe crash shock: Controversial tycoon Wicknell Chivayo, 43, and his wife were killed in a helicopter crash near Harare, with leaders including Zimbabwe’s Mnangagwa and Kenya’s Ruto expressing grief; his death has reignited debate over his wealth and political ties. Estate questions: Chivayo’s reported US$25m estate has triggered public disbelief and a legal scramble, after a Supreme Court divorce/asset appeal linked to his ex-wife was removed from the court roll. Local finance & recovery: Eswatini’s Central Bank says it has funded legal, forensic and asset-tracing work to recover losses tied to Ecsponent investors, including investigations into assets allegedly moved to South Africa. Money transfer update: Standard Bank Eswatini is bringing back its Instant Money service as it winds down Unayo, with customers already receiving SMS notifications. Sports spotlight: Eswatini’s fastest lady Bongiwe “Smolly” Mahlalela won Sportswoman of the Year at the TUT Sports Awards, taking home an E128,000 scholarship. Politics at home: Seven candidates have been nominated for a vacant bucopho seat in Manzini by-elections, with campaigning set to start after vetting on Oct 6. Regional arts: More than 150 artists from Southern Africa arrived for the October International Theatre Festival, running masterclasses and performances in Mbabane.
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