Government Accountability: PM Russell Dlamini has appointed a five-member Commission of Inquiry into the affairs of the Eswatini Christian Medical University (EMCU), probing allegations of maladministration, fraud and governance failures, with Mbuso Simelane as chair and the team based at EMCU for four weeks. Immigration & Courts: The Ministry of Home Affairs says the first group of 84 foreign nationals convicted under the Immigration Act is expected to leave before Sunday, pending South Africa’s transit visas, after sentencing to six months or a E500 fine. Public Safety & Compliance: Commerce Minister Manqoba Khumalo says inspections will intensify nationwide after a Mbabane Chinese restaurant was shut for alleged sale of high-alcohol beverages to young people. Foreign Affairs: Eswatini’s MFA reaffirmed support for Emaswati in South Africa amid anti-illegal immigration protests, warning against people falsely claiming to represent government. Regional Trade & Growth: King Mswati III urged Eswatini–Zambia cooperation to harness AfCFTA for trade, culture and security gains. Health & Community: MTN Eswatini invested E160,000 to refurbish Hospice at Home’s palliative care unit, including a restored water system and new beds. Economy & Debt: Finance Minister Neal Rijkenberg warned of a E4.5bn funding gap and said government is seeking additional borrowing. Diplomacy/Investment: Turkmenistan-linked Quantum Works is set to build a E600m factory at Nokwane creating about 200 jobs, under the SEZ at the Royal Science and Technology Park. GBV Data: Police reported 1,994 gender-based violence cases and 22 deaths in the first three months of 2026, as REPS and partners push for safer communities. Citizenship Claims: Zimbabwe businessman Wicknell Chivayo says King Mswati III granted him Eswatini citizenship and a diplomatic passport after a private audience.