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The digital divide remains a challenge in that as the country makes strides in its digital transformation agenda, this needs to advance all emaSwati,and not only those with the means,\u201d said the Acting PM as quoted by Government online platforms.<\/p>\n<p><strong>For More News And Analysis About <a href=\"https:\/\/www.africa-press.net\/eswatini\">Eswatini<\/a> Follow <a href=\"https:\/\/www.africa-press.net\/\">Africa-Press<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Africa-Press &#8211; Eswatini. Acting Prime Minister Pholile Shakantu has emphasized the need to empower women and promote diversity in the private and public sector. 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