MTN Leadership in Eswatini: Jerry Soko has been appointed CEO of MTN Eswatini, taking over permanently from July 1 after seven months as acting boss, with the company citing improved momentum, operational discipline and customer focus. King’s Mercy Review: King Mswati III has ordered a review of convicted inmates’ sentences as part of the 40/58 celebrations, with the Prerogative of Mercy Committee tasked to assess rehabilitation and good conduct. EMCU Probe Pushback: Prime Minister Russell Mmiso Dlamini defended the commission of inquiry into Eswatini Medical Christian University, saying it was properly gazetted and legally constituted to investigate governance and financial irregularities. Energy Deal with Political Fallout: Zimbabwean businessman Wicknell Chivayo secured a R3bn, 300MW solar project in Eswatini with CHiNT Electric, while separate reports show rising political unease as he styles himself “Prince Wicknell.” Public Finance Pressure: Delayed government payments are reportedly blocking suppliers from getting tax clearance certificates, raising concerns at the Public Accounts Committee. Regional Trade Agenda: At the SACU summit, President Ramaphosa urged accelerated reforms and faster regional cooperation, while SACU leaders agreed to seed a new N$5bn innovative funding mechanism for development projects. Investment Roadshow: Eswatini’s investment promotion authority is courting regional partners ahead of the second Eswatini Investment Conference (July 29–31). Mbabane Swallows Crisis: Calls for peace talks are growing in the long-running Mbabane Swallows FC governance dispute, with legal experts warning courts can’t rebuild trust and that uncertainty is scaring off investors.