AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoUAE–Eswatini Visa Deal: The UAE and Eswatini have finalised a mutual visa waiver agreement, with officials saying it will cut travel barriers and boost people-to-people ties, trade and investment. Border Updates: From 1 June, Eswatini travellers entering or leaving South Africa must declare personal goods and motor vehicles, with SARS pushing an online traveller declaration to reduce delays. Creative Economy: ESWACOS says the first-ever royalty distribution for Eswatini creatives is expected in the 2026/27 financial year, after licensing and music tariffs were approved and operations began in January. Culture & Youth: Over 600 pupils from 42 schools showcased youth creativity at Eswatini’s EU Bushfire Schools Festival, led by heritage expert Allington Ndlovu. Education Safety: The Teaching Service Commission fired a teacher accused of chasing a headteacher with a knife at St Philomena Primary School in 2023. Regional Politics (Taiwan): Commentary and coverage continue around Taiwan leader Lai’s Eswatini visit, with critics calling it a “diplomatic” dead end. Business & Finance: IDCE declared a dividend payout of E14.5m and highlighted turnaround support for clients, including a fast-repaid E30m loan to NMC. Security/Transport: South Africa’s CIT sector reports fewer attacks and highlights next-generation cash-in-transit vehicles, noting operations also serve Eswatini.
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