AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 minutes agoTaiwan–Eswatini Labour Links: Taiwan’s foreign ministry says it is assessing whether to recruit workers from Eswatini, with a stated focus on upgrading Eswatini vocational training and meeting industry labour shortages, while stressing safeguards on security, health and employment rights. Diplomacy Under Scrutiny: Multiple opinion pieces argue Eswatini’s continued ties with Taiwan are costing the kingdom trade and investment opportunities, and describe Lai Ching-te’s secretive Eswatini visit as political theatre rather than genuine diplomacy. Bushfire Festival Logistics: Ngwenya Border Post saw heavy queues as thousands entered for the 2026 MTN Bushfire Festival, with festival build-up underway at House on Fire and telecom vendors selling SIMs to keep visitors connected. Youth & Culture at House on Fire: The EU Bushfire Schools Festival opened with over 600 pupils from 42 schools, led by Allington Ndlovu, showcasing art, music and storytelling. Copyright Payments for Creatives: ESWACOS confirmed first royalty distributions are expected in the 2026/27 financial year after licensing and music tariffs were approved and licensing began in January. Energy Deal Watch: Eswatini signed a $300m agreement with Taiwan for the Phuzumoya Strategic Oil Reserve, raising questions about affordability amid high unemployment and poverty. Industrial Finance Spotlight: IDCE declared a E14.5m dividend for FY ending June 30, 2025, highlighting turnaround support for agriculture and targeted lending.
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