Quotes of the week

“I can confirm that they have received their gratuity this month. However to get a clear confirmation on the matter, you need to direct your questions to the Clerk to Parliament,” said a source.

“Unfortunately I cannot confirm if they have been paid or not because I could find myself putting the former MPs and their families at risk. It is better if they are the ones who confirm whether they have received their gratuity or not,” said Clerk to Parliament Benedict Xaba.

“The licence has been granted, I’m happy the King has signed,” said Michael Lee.

“This might generate a lot of confusion, as aggrieved members of the public are now flooding the commission with their complaints and/ or disputes knowing very well that same was lis pendens or pending in another forum,” said a legal expert.

“We have received calls from people with matters which are pending before the master of the High Court, who want to appear before the commission. We would like to urge people to continue utilising that office as it is its duty to deal with such matters,” said Siphiwo Nyoni.

“Nothing was said to the family and council which approved all the processes. The attack was on me to stop my work, without any instrument or documentation to that effect,” claimed Mbone Jet Investments Director Mboniseni Dlamini.

“Members of Parliament (MPs) who think they can change the Tinkhundla System of Government from within should simply resign,” said Minister of Tinkhundla Administration and Development Sikhumbuzo Dlamini.

“The theme of this year’s budget is Nkwe for growth! To hit the ground running and today I will present a budget that will enable and equip Eswatini to hit the ground running for economic growth and service delivery,” said Minister of Finance Neal Rijkenberg.