Eswatini Tribune

  EWADE (Eswatini Water and Agricultural Development Enterprise) has been  ffeatured in the April/May 2025 edition of Forbes Africa Magazine , spotlighting the Kingdom of Eswatini’s transformative strides in agricultural development and sustainable growth. In a compelling online feature, Forbes Africa delves into an in-depth interview with EWADE’s Chief Executive Officer, Dr Samson Sithole, highlighting the organisation’s pivotal role in catalysing economic and social change across the nation. The article underscores EWADE’s integrated approach—driving inclusive development through large-scale irrigation infrastructure, improved access to clean water, and a bold strategy for agricultural diversification. At the heart of this transformation are flagship initiatives such as the Komati Downstream Development Project and the Lower Usuthu Smallholder Irrigation Project (LUSIP), both of which have become cornerstones of rural empowerment and food security. Additionally, the ambit...

In a momentous event at Lozitha Palace, His Majesty King Mswati III has officially unveiled the model of Eswatini’s forthcoming Strategic Oil Reserve Facility, signalling a bold leap in the Kingdom’s pursuit of energy security and infrastructural advancement.  The unveiling took place on Tuesday evening, marking a pivotal milestone for what is projected to become the country’s most expensive infrastructure project to date. The facility, to be constructed in Phuzumoya, will boast world-class standards and cutting-edge technological sophistication. The Eswatini National Petroleum Company (ENPC) will spearhead the construction, in partnership with seasoned engineering experts from Taiwan. According to a report by the Times of Eswatini last year, a leading Taiwanese engineering firm has already presented the proposed construction costs, estimated at a staggering US$380 million, or approximately E7 billion at current exchange rates. This places the Strategic Oil Reserve Facility well ...

LUDZIDZINI – Her Majesty the Indlovukazi today graciously received a cheque amounting to approximately E9.3 million (USD500,000) from the visiting Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of China (Taiwan) and Special Envoy to the President, His Excellency Lin Chia-Lung. The generous donation is earmarked for the Women Business Start-up Micro Finance Revolving Fund. The ceremonial presentation took place this afternoon at the Ludzidzini Royal Residence, where Minister Lin paid a courtesy call on Her Majesty. The fund is set to play a crucial role in empowering Eswatini women by supporting small-scale business ventures and promoting financial independence. Following the visit to Ludzidzini, Minister Lin proceeded to Lozitha Palace, where he is scheduled to pay a courtesy visit to His Majesty King Mswati III. The occasion also includes the unveiling of a major national project, underscoring the deepening cooperation between Eswatini and Taiwan. The Taiwanese delegation is currently ...

  Accompanied by Liphovela LaZuma, the bride to be who is also the daughter of former South Africa’s president Jacob Zuma, His Majesty King Mswati III met the Pope last November. Through Prime Minister Russell Dlamini, the Kingdom of Eswatini and the king has expressed deep sadness on the passing of His Holiness, Pope Francis, a profound loss felt by the global Catholic community and people of goodwill worldwide. Pope Francis died on Easter Monday, April 21, 2025, at the age of 88 at his residence in the Vatican's Casa Santa Marta. At 9:45 AM, Cardinal Kevin Farrell, Camerlengo of the Holy Roman Church, announced the death of Pope Francis from the Casa Santa Marta with the words, "Dearest brothers and sisters, with deep sorrow I must announce the death of our Holy Father Francis. At 7:35 this morning, the Bishop of Rome, Francis, returned to the house of the Father. His entire life was dedicated to the service of the Lord and of His Church. He taught us to live the values of t...

  Ahead of his 57th birthday, His Majesty King Mswati III will receive gifts from companies and individuals on April 16. The Minister of Home Affairs Princess Lindiwe announced in a press briefing that His Majesty King Mswati III has designated Wednesday, April 16, 2025, as Gifts Presentation Day, in celebration of the King's upcoming 57th birthday.  The gifts presentations will be done at Lozitha Palace starting from 10am in a tradition known as kwetfula. Here, emaSwati come with different kinds of gifts ranging from cattle, money, furniture and groceries among other things which helps Their Majesties to feed the thousands expected to attend the birthday celebrations. The birthday celebrations will take place in the Shiselweni Region, specifically at the King Sobhuza II Memorial Stadium and the Embangweni Royal Residence, on 25 April, 2025. During her address, Princess Lindiwe expressed excitement about the preparations, stating that arrangements in Nhlangano were progressing...

Sibebe Resort, one of Eswatini’s leading tourist attractions, has stepped up to support grassroots football by sponsoring the Mdzimba Regional League knockout tournament with E50,000.  The announcement was made during the official launch held at Sigwaca House, the headquarters of the Eswatini Football Association. A representative of the Resort, Larry Mhlanga highlighted their strong connection with the local community under Hhukwini Inkhundla, noting that 75% of Sibebe Resort’s workforce hails from the area.  This marks the Resort’s first investment in football under its Corporate Social Investment (CSI) programme, with a vision to extend support to other leagues under the Hhohho Regional Football Association (HRFA). HRFA Chairman Comfort Shongwe expressed gratitude for the sponsorship, proposing that one way to show appreciation would be to host the tournament’s semi-finals or finals at the Sibebe Resort sports ground. The tournament will see 26 teams from the Mdzimba A and ...

  His Majesty King Mswati III has received letters of credence from UK High Commissioner to Eswatini, His Excellency (HE) Colin Wells and EU Ambassador to Eswatini HE Karsten Mecklenburg, at Lozitha Palace. His Majesty reiterated the Kingdom of Eswatini's commitment to maintaining the healthy relations that exist between the kingdom and the United Kingdom and the European Union respectively. The King appreciated the support extended to Eswatini by the UK and the EU, further emphasising the importance of dialogue to resolve conflicts. HE Wells said, "The relationship between Eswatini and the UK has been a very long one, which did not end in 1968 when then Swaziland celebrated full independence under His Majesty King Sobhuza II. Instead, it matured immediately into one between two equal nations with special shared legacies of a common language, principles, ethics and values, and the importance of our communities and of our families." He stated that many emaSwati study in th...