AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoFashion & Local Industry: At the MTN Bushfire Festival, Eswatini’s fashion talent took centre stage as media personality Phiwo Dhlamini wore three curated local looks, spotlighting designers, stylists and accessories makers on a global runway. Mobile & Sales Growth: Eswatini Mobile’s chairman and CEO praised the sales team during quarterly refresher training, urging customer-first service as the company pushes to become Africa’s leading integrated business partner. Retail Margins: SPAR is doubling down on private-label products to lift margins and growth, with own-brand currently at about 22% of sales and a target closer to 30%. Science, Innovation & Skills: South Africa’s Blade Nzimande urged stronger S&T cooperation across Africa, backing Eswatini’s push for higher education, research, innovation and ICT partnerships. Digital Payments: MTN Mobile Money API training is encouraging developers to build revenue-generating apps, including healthcare payments through mobile platforms. Trade & Standards: Eswatini’s Competition Commission and Standards Authority were highlighted as key to helping SMEs compete fairly against larger firms, with calls for stronger legislation and resources. Food & Climate Policy: Rural women smallholder farmers were urged to lead food and climate policy, with Eswatini among countries represented in regional dialogues.
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