Judiciary & Executive Power: A new U.S. Supreme Court term is described as both deepening presidential authority and still occasionally checking it, reshaping the separation of powers through how emergencies and interim decisions are handled. Diplomacy & Appointments: Nigeria’s Femi Fani-Kayode has received letters of credence to serve as High Commissioner to South Africa, Lesotho and Eswatini, while South Africa’s Ramaphosa is set to appoint Ayanda Dlodlo as ambassador to France ahead of a Paris visit. Immigration Pressure on Southern Africa: A report says the U.S. is using visa bans and cash-linked pressure to force third-country deportation deals, leaving deportees in “legal black holes” and sometimes dumping them without papers. Regional Trade Shock: Eswatini’s business lobby warns South Africa’s protests could hit cross-border trade and jobs, with border queues and fears of worker returns. Public Service Reform Clash: Eswatini public sector unions say government isn’t ready to implement the Performance Management System and want the process suspended until welfare and productivity issues are fixed. Governance & Courts: Eswatini’s EMCU council challenges the legality of a Cabinet-approved inquiry, arguing the government has not produced proof of Cabinet authorisation. Workplace & Safety: Eswatini strengthens safeguards against sexual harassment and gender-based violence in higher education, following a dialogue under the Litsemba Rising initiative. Transport & Accountability: Eswatini Railways fuel theft probes point to major buyers of stolen diesel and weaknesses in fuel management systems.