AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoNew Factory Investment: Eswatini Quantum Works (Pty) Ltd will build a E600m+ cable manufacturing plant at the Royal Science and Technology Park in Nokwane under the Special Economic Zones programme, targeting about 200 jobs (150 skilled, 50 unskilled) and export production of aluminium and copper cables. Food Safety & Compliance: Government says it will intensify inspections in eateries after shutting a Mbabane Chinese restaurant over alleged non-compliance, including complaints about high-alcohol sales to young people. Regional Trade & Industry: King Mswati III urged stronger Eswatini–Zambia cooperation across mining, forestry, manufacturing, culture and security, pushing for more trade and joint development. Livestock Exports: Eswatini’s agriculture ministry says the country is in the declining phase of foot-and-mouth disease and is pursuing WOAH assessment to regain “free with vaccination” pathways for fresh beef and game meat exports. Creative Sector Development: NACA’s new chairperson, KrTC Sibandze, says the awards will shift from only recognising artists to actively developing them, with more categories and a “From Recognition to Development” focus. Digital & Fraud Trends: TransUnion reports suspected digital fraud in Namibia remains low, but scam tactics are evolving—relevant for regional consumer protection and payments security.
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