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BY SIBUSISEKILE NDLANGAMANDLA MPISI FARM– Eswatini Nazarene Health Institution (ENHI) has made history by sending an Imbali Regiment to this year’s Umhlanga Reed Dance Ceremony for the first time since the institution was established. ENHI Chief Executive Officer Mazwi Mavuso explained that the institution’s participation reflects its commitment to supporting and embracing Eswatini’s cultural traditions […]
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By Sibusisekile Ndlangamandla NGABEZWENI – Imbali at the Umhlanga Ceremony have been sensitised on the importance of the 2027 Population and Housing Census as the country continues preparations for the national exercise. The Ministry of Economic Planning and Development, through the Central Statistical Office (CSO), conducted the engagement with Imbali at Ngabezweni Royal Residence as […]
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BY SIBUSISEKILE NDLANGAMANDLA MPISI FARM – Indvuna Hlangabeza has urged Imbali to maintain purity and uphold good conduct as they participate in the annual Umhlanga Reed Dance Ceremony. Addressing Imbali during the proceedings, Indvuna Hlangabeza reminded them of the importance of conducting themselves with dignity throughout the ceremony. He encouraged them to remain focused on […]
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BY GCWALISILE MHLABANE MPISI FARM – Thousands of Imbali turned Mpisi Farm into a vibrant celebration of culture, unity and youthful energy on Thursday, August 27, 2026, as they gathered for the Umhlanga 2026 reed-cutting exercise, proudly carrying forward one of Eswatini’s most cherished traditions. From the early hours, the atmosphere was charged with excitement. […]
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BY SIBUSISEKILE NDLANGAMANDLA HOSEA– Baphalali Eswatini Red Cross Society (BERCS), in collaboration with Rural Water under the Ministry of Natural Resources and Energy, is working to establish a wetland conservation site in Hosea to support communities in the kaLiba-Lushini area. The initiative focuses on promoting sustainable land, water and biodiversity management while strengthening the resilience […]
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BY THEMBA ZWANE SIKHUPHE– Improving efficiency in public service delivery will take centre stage when SADC Public Service Commissions (PSCs) Chairpersons and commissioners meet in Eswatini for their 3rd Annual General Meeting (AGM). Civil Service Commission (CSC) Chairperson Simanga Mamba said the meeting will seek practical ways of ensuring that public institutions across the region […]
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BY GCWALISILE MHLABANE MPISI FARM – From cutting reeds to building sustainable businesses, Her Royal Highness Princess Sakhizwe has challenged the Imbali to turn the energy, creativity and determination they display at Umhlanga into enterprises that solve real problems, fill market gaps and create lasting opportunities. Speaking during the Day Three reed-cutting exercise at Mpisi […]
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BY SIFISO NHLABATSI MALKERNS– More than E5 billion is expected to be invested in developments across Eswatini over the next three years, with thousands of jobs set to be created as African Alliance expands its footprint from urban centres into rural areas. African Alliance Partner and Director S’thofeni Ginindza said the investment would form part […]
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BY GCWALISILE MHLABANE MPISI FARM – As Umhlanga 2026 unfolds, motorists have been urged to exercise extreme caution as thousands of Imbali maidens travel along roads around Mpisi Farm, Mafutseni and surrounding areas. Speaking at the Mpisi Farm campsite on August 27, 2026, National Commissioner of the Royal Eswatini Police Service (REPS), Manoma Vusie Masango, […]
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BY SIPHOSETHU MABUZA MPISI FARM – The third day of Umhlanga 2026 has reached a key point as the Imbali complete their reed-cutting activities at Mpisi Farm and prepare to return for the next stage of the ceremony. Indvuna yeMbali Bongiwe ‘Vivane’ Hlatjwako confirmed that the day’s activities at the farm had been completed following the traditional […]
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