China-Africa Trade Politics: China’s zero-tariff offer to 53 African countries leaves Eswatini out, with the exclusion tied to its continued diplomatic ties with Taiwan—raising questions about how “open” trade perks are shaped by political alignment. Agriculture Innovation Push: Eswatini launched the Solutions Marketplace 2026 to back home-grown tech for climate resilience, post-harvest losses and value addition, spotlighting projects like UNESWA’s Nutri Plum fertiliser. Land Fraud Probe: Uganda Police opened a case against former Eswatini honorary consul Quilino Bamwine over alleged Shs 1.3bn land fraud in Kampala, with Eswatini revoking his consul role and Uganda saying he lacks diplomatic immunity. SACU Summit in Focus: South Africa hosts the 9th SACU Heads of State summit on 26 June, with Eswatini among members set to review the SACU Strategic Plan and push industrial and trade integration. Controversial Royal Honours: Public outrage grows after King Mswati III granted Zimbabwean businessman Wicknell Chivayo citizenship and a diplomatic passport, alongside claims of a major solar investment. Regional Security Commitments: SADC reaffirmed support for peace efforts in Madagascar and the DRC, including plans for a goodwill mission to assess security after troop withdrawals. Civic Space at Court: Eswatini’s LGBTI group ESGM continues its legal fight for non-profit registration after rejection based on “customary law,” framing it as a broader battle for freedom of association. ENPF Governance Pressure: Former labour minister Lutfo Dlamini appeared before an Eswatini House of Assembly select committee investigating the ENPF board impasse.