After three decades, Eswatini is making a splash again, ready to host the 2025 Africa Aquatics Zone IV Swimming and Open Water Championship. From 3–7 September, over 300 athletes, coaches and officials from 14 SADC countries will dive into the kingdom for the regional showpiece. Full report in tomorrow’s Times SUNDAY. | Times of Eswatini

BORN TODAY, REGISTERED IN 2029?: Today Eswatini marks Civil Registration Day, but why are so many children in the country still only officially registered four years after birth, even with services now available in major hospitals? | Times of Eswatini

ESWATINI EVENTS CALENDAR ACTIVATION: After a successful activation in Mozambique earlier this month, the Eswatini Tourism Authority has taken its drive to Mpumalanga, hosting an event at the Capital Hotel in Nelspruit to launch Eswatini’s events calendar. The gathering brings together South African journalists and tour operators to learn about the upcoming events and how to encourage South Africans to be part of them. | Times of Eswatini