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Eswatini gives illegal foreign businesses 12 months to leave

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Briefings

Eswatini enacted a law granting foreign businesses 12 months to operate in rural retail sectors, a move driven by observed growth in foreign-owned retail operations in rural areas. The law was published on November 11, 2026, and applies to the country's rural regions, though specific business names or operational details remain unverified.

Key points

• Eswatini passed legislation allowing foreign businesses to operate in rural retail sectors for a 12-month period.
• The law was enacted in response to observed growth in foreign-owned businesses in rural areas.

Context

Eswatini implemented a new law targeting foreign-owned retail businesses in rural areas, following observed growth patterns in the sector. The law provides a 12-month grace period for foreign businesses to comply with local regulations.

Limitations

The evidence is limited to a single sentence stating the law follows foreign business growth in rural retail. Specific business names, operational details, or the exact nature of the growth are not provided in the source.

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