Month: January 2025

By Mbono Mdluli LOBAMBA – His Majesty King Mswati III has reaffirmed Eswatini’s unwavering commitment to peace and development despite ongoing global conflicts. Delivering the Speech from the Throne on January 31, 2025, during the opening of the Second Session of the 12th Parliament in the House of Assembly, the King emphasized the importance of […]

BY MBONO MDLULI LOBAMBA – Civil servants have been urged to improve the services they provide to the people. His Majesty King Mswati III made this call on January 31, 2025, while delivering the Speech from the Throne in the House of Assembly during the opening of the Second Session of the 12th Parliament. Concluding […]

By Mbono Mdluli LOBAMBA – The Eswatini Electricity Company (EEC) and the Eswatini Water Services Corporation (EWSC) have been tasked with ensuring that within the next five years, every Liswati has access to electricity and clean water. Currently, EEC has connected 88% of Eswatini’s households to the national grid, while 75% of the population has […]

BY MBONGENI NDLELA LOBAMBA – A resounding “Bayethe wena WaPhakathi” echoed through the House of Assembly as His Majesty King Mswati III announced an increase in elderly and disability grants. For a moment, legislators seated in the gallery could not contain their joy as they marveled at the King’s address when he announced the grant […]

BY MBONGENI NDLELA LOBAMBA – Education is the foundation of a prosperous nation, and Eswatini is taking bold steps to enhance its learning institutions. King Mswati III underscored the importance of strengthening the education system to equip young people with skills for the future. The king stated that government is working towards the establishment of […]

BY MBONGENI NDLELA LOBAMBA – Healthcare remains a top priority for the Eswatini government, with a strong commitment to ensuring affordable and accessible medical services for all. King Mswati III, in his parliamentary address, reaffirmed plans to improve the country’s health system, particularly for vulnerable groups. The King acknowledged recent progress, including the increased availability […]

BY MBONGENI NDLELA LOBAMBA – Eswatini is entering a transformative era of digital connectivity, with government initiatives aimed at expanding internet access and enhancing public service delivery. During his address, King Mswati III outlined plans to ensure that every Liswati benefits from the digital revolution. Government has already connected 48 Tinkhundla centers and several public […]

BY MBONGENI NDLELA LOBAMBA – Eswatini’s economic outlook received a significant boost following an upgrade in the country’s credit rating by Moody’s from B3 to B2 with a positive outlook. His Majesty King Mswati III highlighted this achievement during the opening of the 2nd Session of the 12th Parliament, emphasizing its importance in fostering investor […]