Latest news in Eswatini? September 10th, 2026

Key developments and headlines from Eswatini around September 10, 2026:

• SADC Leadership and Regional Diplomacy: Eswatini has formally commenced its induction and operational briefings following its assumption of the Chairmanship of the SADC Organ on Politics, Defence and Security Cooperation. SADC Secretariat Organ Director Professor Kula Ishmael Theletsane and regional officials met with Minister of Foreign Affairs Pholile Shakantu in Mbabane to map out regional peace, security, and stability priorities. SADC+ 1
• Immigration Legislation in Parliament: In Lobamba, parliamentary proceedings on the report regarding the Immigration Bill faced renewed debate and disruption, centering on proposed measures for stricter screening and processing of foreign nationals entering the kingdom. independentnews.co.sz
• Education and School Resumptions: The Ministry of Education and Training confirmed that schools across the country are reopening on schedule for the new term, accompanied by strict security and check-in measures for boarding institutions. Additionally, several international educational partnerships were highlighted, including new technical energy scholarships for local students in Azerbaijan. www.eswatiniobserver.com
• Commercial and Cultural Events: Activities are wrapping up around the 58th Eswatini International Trade Fair (EITF) at the Mavuso Exhibition Centre in Manzini, alongside post-Reed Dance (Umhlanga) cultural and digital preservation initiatives. Times of Eswatini