China to remove tariffs on African imports to boost trade

China says it will sign a new economic pact with Africa that will get rid of all tariffs on the 53 African states it has diplomatic ties with – a move that could benefit middle-income nations as they prepare for tariff hikes on products entering...

Narcos: Growing trade in consumption of illicit substances in Kenya

On June 13, 2025, Wendy Mbeke Muli was arrested at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) with a stash of cocaine. The 26-year-old had ingested pellets of the narcotic, which she later excreted after being placed under medical observation for...

China moves to roll out measures on market access, inspection – Yan Yuqing

By Sunday Ani The Consul General of the People’s Republic of China in Lagos, Yan Yuqing, has said China will roll out measures on market access, inspection, quarantine, and customs clearance to boost trade in goods, enhance skills and technical...

ESWATINI ENGAGING US EMBASSY ON RECIPROCAL TARIFFS

By Nokuzola Thwala | 2025-04-12 Government is extensively engaging with the United States Embassy in Eswatini to seek clarity on the implications of the pause in reciprocal tariffs. This follows a recent announcement by the United States’...

REVEALED:SwaziPharm Director Kareem Ashraff to be banned as drugs supplier amid multibillion looting, Government implements Parliament recommendations while engaging South African Advocates to analyze corruption file.

By Zweli Martin Dlamini MBABANE:SwaziPharm Kareem Ashraff, the powerful, influential and politically connected prime suspect’ in the multibillion alleged stealing of public funds within the Ministry of Health resulting to the shortage of drugs in...

The African energy market is on the cusp of a step change

◈ Allen Leuta, Head of Banking and Finance - Bowmans. ◈ Bavesh Pillay, Partner - Bowmans. First-of-kind utility scale transactions through the Southern African Power Pool (SAPP) platform are currently underway, signalling the emergence of a...

Lesotho and South Africa Take a Step Forward in Trade Facilitation: Time Release Study Launched at Maseru & Ficksburg Bridge Border Posts

With the support of the World Customs Organization (WCO) Accelerate Trade Facilitation Programme, Lesotho and South Africa have conducted an end-to-end Time Release Study (TRS) at the Maseru Bridge and Ficksburg Bridge border posts. The TRS...

ESWATINI AMONG 12 WITHOUT CAF-APPROVED STADIUM

MBABANE – As the CAF continues making strides in ensuring that every nation possesses at least one quality stadium, Eswatini remains without a compliant facility. The kingdom’s challenges began in 2019 when the Confederation of African Football...

China’s new trade offer exploits Washington’s tariffs on African economies

16 Jun 2025 PREVIEW China continues to position itself as Africa’s most important economic partner after offering tariff-free trade to all 54 African countries, other than Eswatini, which recognises Taiwan’s sovereignty. The move, along with some...

King Mswati III of Eswatini to visit Ghana next week

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ESWATINI COMMITTED TO EMPOWERING BUSINESSES THROUGH TRADE

By Nokunceda Magagula | 2025-04-09 Ministry of Commerce, Industry and Trade Principal Secretary (PS) Melusi Masuku, has emphasised the crucial role of the African Trade Observatory (ATO) in empowering businesses with the necessary trade...

ESWATINIMED TAKES ‘SAMORA’ TO INDUSTRIAL COURT

By Sifiso Nhlabatsi | 2025-04-10 IT is a case of out of the frying pan into the fire for Peter ‘Samora’ Simelane as he has been taken to the Industrial Court by his employer, EswatiniMed. The Industrial Court is a specialised court that deals with...

ESWATINI ENHANCES TRAVEL SERVICES

MBABANE – Eswatini is taking bold steps to enhance its trade in services, with a particular focus on travel. This is a part of broader efforts to leverage the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA). Speaking at the opening of a three-day...

China’s Tariff Exemption for African Imports Seen as Opportunity for Morocco to Reduce Trade Deficit

Moroccan economic analysts say China’s recent decision to lift customs duties on imports from African countries presents a golden opportunity for Morocco to reduce its persistent trade deficit with the Asian giant. Although Morocco recorded a...

How Data Can Unlock The Travel Trade For Eswatini

(MENAFN- APO Group) Measuring travel in trade statistics is complex. Travel spending can include street food and hospital bills, which makes it hard to gather data. Only 56 countries currently report travel data by partner country. That's...

OPINION:Finance Minister Neal Rijikernberg’s fiscal framework undermines efforts to fight poverty, Parliament approving loans sidelining emaSwati owned construction companies while parading lousy jobs with low salaries.

By Zweli Martin Dlamini The fiscal framework that forms part of the Government development agenda seems to be implemented in a manner that seeks to blind the people, offering jobs whose remuneration undermines human dignity. It should be noted...

ESWATINI CHOIRS SET FOR IMISEBE AWARD

MBABANE – The vibrant and deeply rooted choral tradition of Eswatini is set to enter an exciting new chapter at the forthcoming Standard Bank Choral Music Competition. This year’s event will showcase the debut of the Imisebe Publishing Choice...

Eswatini prepares for its first investment conference to attract global investors

ESWATINI is preparing to host its first investment conference on May 14 and 15, an event designed to attract both international and domestic investors. Organised by the Eswatini Investment Promotion Authority (EIPA), the conference will focus on...

ESWATINI MED COMTEMPT COSTS MEMBERS E100 000

MBABANE – Members of the Eswatini Medical Aid Fund (Eswatini Med) will bear the cost of the fine that has been imposed on the fund by Judge Titus Mlangeni. Yesterday, the High Court judge imposed a fine of E100 000 on Eswatini Med for contempt of...

China’s clever trade deal with Africa – removal of tariffs on most goods

While the US is alienating other countries with high import tariffs, China is making friends in Africa by scrapping most import tariffs. While the rest of the world is sidetracked with the unrest in the Middle East and US President Donald Trump’s...