BY MFANUFIKILE KHATHWANE
MBABANE – Eswatini is heading to the 30th United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP-30) in Belém, Brazil, with a focused agenda on securing fair climate finance, enhancing technology access, and strengthening national capacity to address the escalating climate crisis.
The summit is scheduled to take place from 10 to 21 November 2025, bringing together world leaders, negotiators, and climate experts to explore global solutions for climate adaptation and mitigation.
Speaking on Eswatini TV’s Kusile Breakfast Show on 20 October 2025, Dudu Nhlengethwa-Masina, Director of the Eswatini Meteorological Services, outlined the country’s preparations and priorities for COP-30. She explained that Eswatini is concentrating on both multilateral and bilateral climate finance, improving its capacity to access resources efficiently, and ensuring technology transfer supports national adaptation and mitigation objectives.
“Adaptation needs are unique to each region and require careful data collection and evidence-based planning,” Masina said. “We are working to improve project assessments and build strong climate rationales that will make Eswatini’s proposals more effective in securing international support.”
Masina emphasised that COP-30 forms part of a continuous global negotiation process, with Eswatini actively participating in regional and international coalitions, including the Africa Group of Negotiators, the G77, and the Developing Landlocked Countries Group.
Outcomes from COP-30 are expected to unlock resources that will address national priorities such as water security, land restoration, energy efficiency, and the development of renewable energy.
In preparation for the summit, Eswatini organised a three-day environmental diplomacy training, equipping government officials and negotiators with the technical knowledge and strategic skills necessary to navigate complex climate discussions. Masina described the training as a critical step in ensuring that the country can effectively represent its interests and collaborate with global partners.
“Eswatini is committed to building resilience, promoting sustainable development, and making the most of opportunities offered through global climate cooperation,” Masina concluded, highlighting the country’s proactive approach ahead of COP-30.
Eswatini’s participation in COP-30 reflects a growing national commitment to climate action, demonstrating that even smaller nations can play a meaningful role in shaping global responses to the climate crisis. By prioritising finance, technology, and capacity building, the Kingdom is positioning itself to turn international collaboration into tangible benefits for its citizens and ecosystems.
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