With a constitution in place, the Kingdom of eSwatini has found it difficult toprosecute pro-democracy activists. To silence them, they are arrested onflimsy charges and kept in jail for as long as possible. The blatant Read More
In an astonishing move, the semi-autonomous regulatory body, ESCCOM, turned down applications for temporary licences for two community radio stations. Taking advantage of the outbreak of Covid-19 in March, two community radio aspirants sought to Read More
As journalists in the Kingdom of eSwatini trudge through the treacherous terrain reporting news stories, one thing has become clear; King Mswati III and the royal household is off-limits. Currently, some journalists are in Read More
Our culture remains one of any nation’s prized but sometimes unrecognized asset in the Southern tip of Africa. VUYISILE HLATSHWAYO gives insight into the benefits emaSwati stand to gain from environment protection. Talk of Read More
Shewula Mountain Camp: The balm for community difficult times For the award-winning community tourist destination, Shewula Mountain Camp, Covid-19 has proven to be much more than a health problem but the mother of all hardships. Read More
Unmissable charming rustic haven Just along the Maphiveni-Mananga MR24 stretch of tarred road, across the luxuriant vegetation and evergreen sugarcane fields, Vuvulane Food Market is a roadside eatery unlike any other. VUYISILE HLATSHWAYO takes you Read More
In the light of improvements in Sacu receipts this financial year, the king and the royal household will receive a hefty increase in their allocation. The royal family continues to live a life of opulence Read More
Covid-19 is not going anywhere anytime soon. That is what the experts are saying. King Mswati III has only addressed the nation once about this pandemic. Otherwise, the monarch has chosen to isolate himself from Read More
What does it mean to say the king holds an asset in trust of the Swazi nation? Dr J.S.M. Matsebula answered this question many years ago. However, it continues to linger in the Read More