Rail Security Push: Transnet says it will deploy an “army” of guards and drones to protect the central rail corridor after theft and vandalism disruptions, as it prepares to open the network to private operators. Trade & Investment: Taiwan’s foreign minister met Eswatini’s justice minister, pointing to plans for an Industrial Innovation Park and a strategic oil reserve to boost investment and energy security. Business Lending: Eswatini’s Central Bank reports business credit rising to E13.2bn, with agriculture and construction leading growth—signals of renewed investment despite tough conditions. Water Infrastructure for El Niño: Natural Resources and Energy says it’s accelerating Hawane Dam capacity plans, including raising the dam height, alongside legal and planning updates to protect potable water supply. Procurement Court Fight: ESPPRA asks the High Court to dismiss the Consumer Forum’s challenge to the Central Bank headquarters tender, arguing the case is an abuse of process and could delay a key national project. Tax Compliance Spotlight: Stefanutti Stocks and Eswatini Beverages win ERS Client Appreciation Awards for tax compliance, even as the CBE project remains in litigation. Cybercrime Crackdown: INTERPOL’s Operation First Light 2026 reports 5,811 arrests and $293m seized globally; in Eswatini, police arrested 82 and dismantled an online gambling, money laundering and impersonation network. Events Compliance: EEMPA tells Kota Festival organisers to register and meet legal requirements before hosting the October 24 event. Digital Skills: Lomahasha Central High School completes an AGCCI coding boot camp, supporting girls’ entry into ICT and STEM. Manufacturing Outlook: Manufacturing Indaba 2026 (Johannesburg, 14–15 July) spotlights “Made in Africa” growth and trade scaling across the continent.