Adekunle Owolabi

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Articles

Lesotho, EU Launch Key Development Programs

23 hours ago | theafricadailypost.com | Adekunle Owolabi

MASERU, Lesotho — Prime Minister Sam Ntsokoane Matekane on Monday led a ceremonial event marking the launch of three key initiatives between the Government of Lesotho and the European Union. The programs — Inclusive Lesotho, Renewable Lesotho, and the Cooperation Facility for Civil Society — are part of a renewed push to deepen development cooperation and drive national transformation.
Mashatile urges Africa to tap into tourism growth

1 day ago | independentnews.co.sz | Adekunle Owolabi

Durban – South Africa’s Deputy President Paul Mashatile has called on African governments and businesses to harness the full potential of the continent’s tourism sector to drive economic growth and social development. Speaking at the opening of Africa’s Travel Indaba held in Durban on Tuesday, Mashatile told delegates and exhibitors that tourism remains one of Africa’s most powerful economic engines, having contributed 6.8% to the continent’s GDP in 2023.
Eswatini investment conference opens with gala dinner

1 day ago | independentnews.co.sz | Adekunle Owolabi

EZULWINI – Sharma House became the centre of high-level business activity on Tuesday evening as Eswatini officially launched its inaugural Investment Conference with a gala dinner attended by key government officials, investors, and international partners.
KaNgaju crossing nears completion in Lubombo

1 day ago | independentnews.co.sz | Adekunle Owolabi

MAMPEMPENI – The construction of a low-level crossing at KaNgaju (Mampempeni) in the Lubombo Region is now 75% complete, with significant progress made on the infrastructure. The low-level crossing forms part of the Ministry of Public Works and Transport’s initiative to improve rural infrastructure and enhance mobility in remote areas.
South Africa’s youth job crisis worsens

1 day ago | independentnews.co.sz | Adekunle Owolabi

South Africa’s youth are facing an increasingly grim job market, with unemployment among those aged 15 to 34 rising sharply over the past decade. This is according to the latest Quarterly Labour Force Survey (QLFS) for the first quarter of 2025, released by Statistics South Africa. The data shows that young people now constitute about 50.2% of the country’s working-age population—approximately 20.9 million individuals. Yet nearly half of them remain unemployed.
Ezulwini community opens ICT development lab

1 day ago | independentnews.co.sz | Adekunle Owolabi

The Ezulwini Community ICT Development Lab officially opened today, marking a significant step in promoting digital literacy within the region. The launch event was attended by the Honourable Minister of Information, Communication and Technology, Savannah Maziya, and Ezulwini Constituency Chief, Mashampu Khumalo. This initiative is the result of a collaboration between the government and key partners, including Wanderport, MTN Eswatini, and the Eswatini Communications Commission (ESCCOM).
Auditor General's Office launches digital audit system

1 day ago | independentnews.co.sz | Adekunle Owolabi

The Office of the Auditor General (OAG) in Eswatini has welcomed a team from the African Organisation for English-Speaking Supreme Audit Institutions (AFROSAI-E) to help improve the country’s auditing processes. The team, led by Executive Officer Josephine Makumba, visited the Chairman of the Civil Service Commission (CSC), Simanga Mamba, to discuss their ongoing support for the OAG’s development.
Workshop to address women’s role in peace and security

1 day ago | independentnews.co.sz | Adekunle Owolabi

Women and girls are often the most affected by conflict, enduring violence, displacement, and exploitation. This issue was raised by Dr. Martha Mutisi, SADC Facilitator, at the ongoing Capacity Building Workshop on the Women, Peace, and Security (WPS) Agenda in Eswatini. The workshop, running from May 13 to 16, 2025, at Mountain View, is hosted by the Deputy Prime Minister’s Gender and Family Issues Unit, led by Nomzamo Dlamini.
Government to support man behind mud house

1 day ago | independentnews.co.sz | Adekunle Owolabi

Mlulami Dlamini, a 45-year-old from KaMagele, Hlathikulu, is set to receive government support after building an impressive two-story house using sticks, mud, and stones all by himself. The government has pledged to construct a one-bedroom house for him, equipped with all necessary amenities. Deputy Prime Minister Thulisile Dladla visited Dlamini’s unique home today to see the structure firsthand.
Stakeholders review Eswatini’s green cities plan

1 day ago | independentnews.co.sz | Adekunle Owolabi

Municipal leaders, government officials, and development partners gathered in Mbabane for a one-day workshop to validate key indicators and guidelines for the development of sustainable green cities in Eswatini.