Eswatini Observer

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Cabinet Rift Deepens: Education Minister Owen Nxumalo has reported his PS Naniki Mnisi to the Secretary to Cabinet over alleged misconduct. Read More: eswatiniobserver.com

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A dream come true for 94 students graduating from the Sebenta National Institute, where they were awarded certificates in six fields including electrical wiring, carpentry, sewing, and computers.

High Court Judge Titus Mlangeni has found Law Society President Mangaliso Magagula guilty of contempt of court over remarks made during proceedings on May 22, 2024, referring to an ex parte hearing as a “secret hearing.” Magagula will be remanded in custody until June 6.

The Minister of Sports Culture and Youth Affairs Bongani Nzima has officially launched Kids’ Athletics in Eswatini themed Empowering Young Athletes, this initiative was powered by World Athletics with E300 000 to support the roll out of this program across the entire Nation.

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⚽ Mbabane Highlanders clinched a win against Manzini SeaBirds, earning three crucial points. The team now sits at 10th place on the MTN Premier League log with 20 points.

💰 A financial audit by the Accountant General has revealed that Baha'i schools spent E7.9 million over two years (2022-2023) without supporting documents. Questions are being raised over accountability and transparency.

⚽ A late win against Illovo keeps Royal Leopard at the top of the league, while Green Mamba missed their chance to pull ahead after being held by Ezulwini United. The title race is getting even tighter.

Good Morning. Here’s what’s making headlines Today: ⚡ His Majesty King Mswati III has officially commissioned the expansion of the Maguga Hydropower Project. This upgrade will boost electricity production from 20MW to 30MW, strengthening the country’s energy supply.

⚽The battle for the MTN Premier League crown is getting intense. Green Mamba is trying to hold off Ezulwini United, while Mbabane Swallows fights to stay in the race. Meanwhile, Royal Leopard and Illovo are out for redemption after last week’s setbacks.

💊It’s official, EGPAF and five other organisations are closing shop, handing employees termination letters. Staff is now serving notice until the end of the month.

🚨 The suspects in the murder of Jomo Nkambule were reportedly already wanted by police for murder and robbery cases dating back to 2022/2023. The suspects who allegedly resisted arrest were shot dead by the police on Sunday.

⚽ The Premier League of Eswatini (PLE) has refused to fixture Manzini Wanderers, despite a Supreme Court ruling in their favour. The league insists the club must first obtain a Club Licensing Certificate before playing. This decision has sparked tension in local football circles

🚨 Over 230 dialysis patients at the Mbabane Government and Raleigh Fitkin Memorial Hospitals are in panic mode after discovering that the hospitals' supply of dialysis treatments will only last for one more week.

💰Lobamba Lomdzala MP and Chairperson of the Ministry of Finance Portfolio Committee, Marwick Khumalo, has defended the Finance Minister, stating that it was Parliamentarians who approved the E30 million subvention allocated to TLC.

NEW SOUND UNLOCKED: Nhlanganiso ‘Mabhodweni’ Tsabedze and Fortunate Nxumalo known for ‘Kantsi yini longayenta emtini’ didn’t waste time, they have already composed a song for the Lutsango holiday that was announced by His Majesty the King on Saturday night.

⚽ The Premier League of Eswatini (PLE) is set to hold an urgent extraordinary general meeting with stakeholders, with a 16-team league format on the agenda. The discussion could bring major changes to the structure of top-flight football in the country.

💰 Senator Lizzie Nkosi has raised concerns over the government’s financial support to TLC, a private entity, without a clear agreement or report on how the E30 million previously released was utilised. She has challenged the Finance Minister to provide clarity on the matter.