March 18
Eswatini: Eswatini Moves to Revise Century-Old Colonial Law to Legalize Medical Cannabis
VOA
Eswatini is joining many of its African neighbors in legalizing cannabis for medical purposes, revising a colonial drug law dating back a century. Read more »
March 17
Africa: Researchers Link HIV Infections Spike to Drought
New Times
Scientists say droughts could heighten the transmission of HIV, particularly through activities like transactional sex, The East African reports. Read more »
March 05
Eswatini: Eswatini Court Postpones Extradition Case Against Two AKA Murder Suspects [analysis]
Daily Maverick
The four Ndimande brothers are among a group of seven suspects arrested in connection with the murder of award-winning South African hip-hop artist Kiernan 'AKA' Forbes and his… Read more »
February 20
Eswatini: Eswatini Losing the Fight Against Corruption, According to Its Citizens
Afrobarometer
Most citizens say reporting corruption risks retaliation and is unlikely to lead to government action. Read more »
Eswatini/Mauritius: Mauritius, Eswatini Learn 2025 Afcon Qualification Opponents
Cosafa
Barely a week after the conclusion of the Africa Cup of Nations finals in the Ivory Coast, the draw for the preliminary round of qualifiers for the next tournament in Morocco was… Read more »