By Mcebo Zikalala The shadow economy is a multifaceted macroeconomic phenomenon that usually occurs due to a country’s inability to monitor all economic activities within the economy. This is often as a result of time and resource constraints. Shadow economy expert and Professor of Economics…

By Mangaliso Mohammed The mere occurrence of a natural hazard such as drought does not automatically warrant an emergency or disaster. Most natural hazards, be it floods, hailstorms or wildfires, have both a natural and socioeconomic component to them. What is clear to scientists and…

By Terence Mabaso Research has proven that trade is a key driver of economic growth and development. It remains the most reliable and productive way of supporting the efforts of poor countries to significantly reduce their heavy dependence on foreign aid and of integrating them…

By Tanele Dlamini Much has been publicised about the effects of climate change – particularly of droughts, on imports and exports in Swaziland. Focus has been placed on the impacts of climate change on food production and on hydrology and water resources. The impact that…

By Gugulethu Mgabhi Education and training is a key pillar of economic development around the globe. The education and training system of a country is a major factor in determining how well the country’s economy will do. In a 2015 report, the United Nations Children’s…

By Dr Thula Sizwe Dlamini The urgency of improving peoples’ livelihoods and eradicating poverty in Swaziland is very real and is always at the heart of His Majesty King Mswati III’s speeches. In a recent speech, the King pleaded with Swazi’s to “make a positive…