AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoUmhlanga Tourism Boost: Tourism Minister Jane Simelane says the Reed Dance has lifted international visitor numbers and pushed tourism revenue to E1 billion, with culture, food and homestead displays drawing guests. CAF Champions League Build-Up: Nsingizini Hotspurs and Scottland FC set for a historic preliminary-round first leg in Harare on Sunday; tickets are US$5, and Nsingizini are arranging travel for Eswatini fans. Domestic Football Warning: Nsingizini coach Mandla Qhogi warns CAF could take charge of the league if clubs don’t align domestic fixtures with continental requirements. Reed Dance Milestones: Maidens delivered reeds at Ludzidzini ahead of the main Umhlanga days, with King Mswati III summoning Imbali for the final segment. MCC Bikers Rally: The +268 Motorcycle Club Inaugural Bikers Rally runs Sept 18–20 at Prince of Wales grounds, Mbabane, with a star-studded DJ and music line-up aimed at drawing visitors. Energy Costs & MSMEs: EU says rising energy costs threaten Eswatini business competitiveness and urges stronger partnerships to tackle the issue. Chinese Dam Watch: A Chinese consortium plans to press ahead with the Mpakeni Dam project despite Beijing’s travel warning to citizens, highlighting geopolitical pressure around Taiwan ties.
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