1.  The edicts that have revived these traditions, from King Mswati III, are aimed principally at curbing the spread of HIV, the virus that causes AIDS.

2.  But officials said the amendments, which must be endorsed by Parliament before they go into effect, are aimed at restraining the tabloids.

3.  He said the checks, which will last for one year, are aimed at checking the activities of suspected drug traffickers from Nigeria.

4.  The electoral reform bills, submitted to parliament earlier this year, are aimed at reviewing electoral districts.