BY MBONO MDLULI
LOBAMBA – Prime Minister Russell Dlamini has reassured Senators and the public that steps are being taken to strengthen security at both the Private Office and Cabinet Offices to prevent the leakage of sensitive government information.
The prime minister made this announcement on 31 July 2025, during the debate on the first quarter performance of the Prime Minister’s Office for the 2025/26 financial year. His remarks were in direct response to concerns raised by Senator Prince Ngangabani, who voiced alarm over what he described as a growing tendency by some individuals to exploit social media platforms to spread misinformation and create divisions in society.
According to the senator, some users were deliberately using digital platforms to peddle falsehoods, insult others, and incite fear and confusion—often targeting national leaders and officials. Other senators echoed these concerns and questioned how sensitive information from Cabinet discussions continued to surface in public platforms.
In response, Prime Minister Dlamini acknowledged that Cabinet ministers themselves had raised internal concerns about the issue. He confirmed that the matter had been discussed at length within government structures and that it remained a priority. He revealed that measures had already been introduced to tighten information security within the Cabinet and Private Offices.
“This is a concern not only to me, but also to Cabinet ministers, and we are implementing tighter internal controls,” said the prime minister.
Members of Parliament have also expressed support for the initiative, noting that national security and confidentiality are essential to good governance. The matter of Cabinet leaks has been a topic of concern in recent years, and many welcomed the prime minister’s renewed commitment to curbing the issue.
Speaking to journalists during a media briefing held on 18 July 2025, Prime Minister Dlamini noted that the deployment of additional security personnel and enforcement of stricter access protocols had already yielded positive results. “Since the beginning of 2025, there have been no reported leaks, thanks to the new measures we put in place,” he told the press.
This development signals a determined effort by government to restore discipline and confidentiality within high-level offices, reinforcing trust in national institutions.
