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ESWATINI TIKTOK CREATORS READY TO TURN CONTENT INTO 'INCOME'.
Local TikTok content creators who are attending the TikTok Creators Workshop at Zulwini say they have gained valuable insights into the platform's monetization opportunities and are now better equipped to transform their creativity into sustainable income streams.
The workshop is providing participants with a deeper understanding of content creation, audience engagement, platform policies, and the requirements for monetization. Creators are expressing optimism that the knowledge they are gaining will help them produce quality content, grow their audiences, and take advantage of TikTok's revenue-generating features.
Many participants describe the workshop as a game-changer, saying it has opened their eyes to the potential of digital content creation as a viable career and business opportunity in Eswatini.

ICT MINISTER LANDS TIKTOK MONETIZATION FOR ESWATINI.
ICT Minister Savannah Maziya has revealed that she had to "pull all strings" to advocate for TikTok monetization opportunities for content creators in Eswatini.Speaking during the TikTok Eswatini Content Creators Workshop held at the ERS headquarters in Zulwini.The Minister encouraged participants to take advantage of digital platforms to create meaningful content, grow their audiences, and unlock economic opportunities in the digital space.Maziya emphasized government's commitment to ensuring that Emaswati content creators are not left behind in the global digital economy, highlighting ongoing efforts to create an enabling environment for innovation, creativity, and digital entrepreneurship.

SOMNJALOSE HIGH VOLLEYBALL TEAM CROWNED MBABANE BRANCH CHAMPIONS.
Somnjalose High School Sports Teacher, Simphiwe Mabuza, has applauded the school’s boys volleyball team for their outstanding performance after emerging victorious in the Mbabane Branch Boys Volleyball Tournament. Mabuza expressed gratitude and pride in the team’s dedication, discipline, and teamwork, saying the victory reflects the learners’ hard work and commitment to excellence in sports. He also encouraged the players to remain focused and continue raising the school’s flag high in future competitions.

SIPHOFANENI INNER COUNCIL HAILS COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT INITIATIVES DRIVEN BY MICROPROJECTS & ENGINEERS IN ACTION.
The Inner Council Member of Siphofaneni Umphakatsi, David Dlamini,has expressed appreciation for development initiatives spearheaded by Microprojects and Engineers in Action in the constituency, saying the projects continue to bring meaningful change to local communities.Dlamini was speaking at during the launch of a community water project set to benefit the school and surrounding communities in the area. He commended the continued collaboration between development partners in improving access to essential services and uplifting livelihoods.The project is fully sponsored by Engineers in Actio , which works in partnership with Microprojects on community development initiatives across the country, with the water project expected to improve access to clean water while supporting education and agricultural learning opportunities at the school.

PRO MEDIA'S EDITOR-IN-CHIEF CALLS FOR HIGH JOURNALISTIC STANDARDS IN
ONLINE MEDIA SPACE.
The Editor-in-Chief of Pro Media, Siphiwo Lushaba has underscored the need to set high journalistic standards if the online media fraternity is to succeed in its pursuit of professionalisation within the digital media space. Speaking during engagements of the Eswatini Online Media Forum, Lushaba stressed that professionalism, ethical reporting, credibility and adherence to sound journalistic principles will be essential in strengthening public trust and elevating the standards of online journalism. He urged members of the online media fraternity to remain committed to accuracy, fairness and responsible reporting, saying a professional and credible online media sector can only be built through discipline, integrity and accountability.

MP LAZWIDE SIMELANE APPLAUDS KING MSWATI III FOR STRENGTHENING INTERNATIONAL COOPERATION.
The Member of Parliament for Siphofaneni Consituency, Honourable Nomalungelo Simelane, has expressed appreciation to His Majesty for fostering international cooperation that continues to bring meaningful development opportunities to emaSwati communities.
Speaking during the launch of a community water project at Manyovu high school , Simelane said partnerships between the Kingdom and international stakeholders are yielding tangible benefits, particularly in rural communities where access to essential services remains a priority.The water project, valued at close to E1 million, will see clean water installed through support from Engineers in Action, an American based organisation working closely with the Ministry of Economic Planning & Development to improve livelihoods and support community development in the area.
The initiative is expected to benefit learners and the surrounding community, while also strengthening agricultural learning opportunities at the school.

DIGITAL MEDIA TRANSFORMATION RESHAPING NEWSROOMS — PIRES
The Chairperson of the Eswatini Online Media Forum, John Pires ,says digital media transformation continues to significantly reshape the media landscape in neighbouring South Africa , redefining how news is produced, consumed and distributed.Pires was speaking during the first meeting of the newly launched forum held at the American Corner in Manzini , where discussions centred on the future of digital journalism, content creation and the evolving role of online media in a fast-changing information age.He emphasized the need for local media practitioners to embrace innovation, adapt to changing audience behaviour and harness digital platforms to remain relevant and sustainable in an increasingly competitive media environment.

HOPE OVER HAZARD: LOKHWISHI SUSPENDED FOOTBRIDGE LAUNCHED TO END DEADLY PHOPHONYANE RIVER CROSSINGS IN NTFONJENI AT MAHLABATSINI.
A new chapter of safety and hope has begun for residents of Mahlabatsini kaNdwandwe under Ntfonjeni constituency in the Hhohho region following the official launch of the Lokhwishi Suspended Footbridge to beconstructed through a partnership between Microprojects and Engineers in Action. The bridge brings relief after a tragic incident last year in which a resident lost his life while attempting to cross the overflooded river, highlighting the urgent need for a safer crossing.

RURAL SCHOOL, GLOBAL FUTURE: MANYOVU HIGH SCHOOL TAKES STEM EDUCATION TO NEW HEIGHTS.
In the heart of the Lubombo Region, Manyovu High Scholl is proving that location is no barrier to innovation and quality education.The rural school has taken STEM education to another level through a modern, air-conditioned computer laboratory equipped 5G Starlink internet connectivity, creating endless learning opportunities for learners.
The school has successfully integrated computer studies into its curriculum, while also exposing students to technology, online research, and assignment completion in a digital learning environment designed to prepare them for the future.Headteacher Siphiwe Mavimbela says the state-of-the-art laboratory, constructed through a partnership between Microprojects and the Taiwanese technical mission , is playing a major role in shaping learners’ aspirations and exposing them to the possibilities of a technology-driven world.