AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoTourism & Culture: Luju Food & Lifestyle Festival in Eswatini (House On Fire) drew 10,000+ visitors from 26 countries, expanding to a two-day celebration of African music, fashion, food and design—boosting regional cultural tourism. Women & Safety: Inkhosikati LaMatsebula urged collective action and prayers to confront gender-based violence during the Women’s Month Thought Leadership event in Ezulwini, linking women’s leadership to stronger economies. Regional Travel & Trade: Tanzania and Eswatini pledged deeper cooperation across trade, investment and tourism after Tanzania’s new ambassador presented credentials to King Mswati III. Roads & Access: AfDB-funded road upgrades (Siphofaneni–Sithobela–Maloma–Nsoko and Maloma–Siphambanweni) aim to cut travel times and transport costs, with projections of a 5% boost in trade with South Africa and Mozambique. Sports Tourism: The King’s Cup Golf returns with a E1m prize purse and SuperSport broadcast plans, putting Eswatini on the regional golfing calendar. Travel Health Alert: UK travellers are warned about malaria risk in Eswatini, alongside several other countries, as new risk guidance is published.
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