Food & Agriculture: Rural women smallholder farmers are urging governments to put women at the centre of food and climate policy, arguing they already hold solutions for resilient food systems across Southern and Eastern Africa, with Eswatini among participating countries. Trade & Standards: Eswatini’s Competition Commission and Standards Authority are being pushed to help SMEs compete fairly against large firms, with lawmakers stressing stronger mandates, resources and monitoring of contracted workers after acquisitions. Finance & Reserves: The Central Bank of Eswatini says it’s keeping a cautious monetary stance amid imported inflation, while also reporting gold reserves worth E195 million and reserve levels aimed at protecting external stability. Digital & Payments: MTN Mobile Money is encouraging developers to use MoMo APIs to create new revenue streams, including business-to-customer payments and sector apps such as healthcare. Industry & Business Growth: Coca-Cola Beverages Africa appoints a new GM in Namibia, while UD Trucks Southern Africa convenes importers and dealers across the region to align strategy and expand growth. Water & Development: Eswatini, South Africa and Mozambique are strengthening cooperation on shared Incomati and Maputo watercourses, linking water governance to agriculture, energy and climate resilience. Logistics & Transport: DR Congo’s accession to the Luxembourg Rail Protocol could unlock cheaper private rail finance across the SADC network, with potential opportunities for regional manufacturers. Green Entrepreneurship: GreenCape and partners invite Eswatini green SMEs to pitch for the 2026 Afri GreenPitch Challenge, targeting market-ready solutions in renewable energy, sustainable agriculture and waste management. Regional Security & Labour: A crackdown on undocumented workers and a textile factory employer in South Africa highlights ongoing labour compliance pressure across the region.