Sita Probe in Focus: South Africa’s communications minister Solly Malatsi and the Public Service Commission are set to brief media in Pretoria on Monday after the PSC concluded its investigation into the State Information Technology Agency (Sita), following allegations of governance failures, leadership instability and procurement irregularities. EMCU Court Fight: Eswatini’s Medical Christian University (EMCU) Council has challenged Prime Minister Russell Dlamini to show proof that Cabinet authorised an inquiry, arguing the High Court should declare the probe invalid without a Cabinet resolution. Regional Investment Push: Eswatini is stepping up regional partnerships ahead of its second Investment Conference (July 29–31), with the investment promotion authority urging early alignment with investors and financiers. Local Governance & Payments: Eswatini’s Public Accounts Committee heard that delayed government payments are hurting suppliers’ ability to obtain tax clearance certificates, even as the Treasury says affected suppliers were paid by December. Crime and Accountability: Calls for mandatory background checks on religious leaders followed the arrest of pastor Nkosingiphile Zwane, charged with rape and murder after victims were allegedly lured via Facebook. Mbabane Swallows Dispute: A High Court ruling has kept Mbabane Swallows as an unincorporated association, prolonging a leadership battle and raising fears for the club’s future. Luju Festival Boost: Eswatini’s Luju Festival was launched as a growing economic engine, citing last year’s E2.5 million impact on small businesses and a bigger two-day programme this year.