SADC Summit Watch: South Africa will host the 46th SADC Heads of State and Government Summit in Durban on 17 August, with a theme pushing resilient, sustainable and inclusive industrialisation through infrastructure, agriculture and critical minerals—key context for Eswatini’s regional trade and investment agenda. Energy & Regulation: The Eswatini Electricity Company says it plans another tariff application before year-end, while the Natural Resources and Energy minister insists the utility is within rights to review tariffs every two years; EEC also flagged heavy losses (E231.1m) worsened by vandalism and copper theft. Solar Compliance: EEC warns grid-connected solar owners to register with Phehla Sikwati or face a E15,500 penalty, citing blame risks during high-voltage incidents. Trade & Industry: India and SACU signed Terms of Reference to restart talks on a Preferential Trade Agreement, aiming to conclude within a year and targeting tariff cuts on goods like automobiles, pharmaceuticals and industrial machinery—Eswatini included in the customs bloc. Agribusiness Shock: A freezing cold snap in Hawane killed cattle, with losses reported above E60,000, as Eswatini braces for El Niño-driven drought risk. Food Imports: NAMBoard will enforce a 24% levy on imported edible oils from 1 September to tighten compliance and protect local production. Business Growth: EITF 2026 is set to draw 70,000+ attendees from 28 August to 6 September under a green economy theme.