Eswatini Government

Despite a challenging childhood that saw her lose her parents at ages 5 and 12, Thabile Mdluli persevered and now serves as Assistant Government Spokesperson under the Prime Minister’s Office. In our latest civil servants’ blog, Ms. Mdluli talks about her life and the experience of working with the Prime Minister: https://lnkd.in/d6-_vY8M #EswatiniGovernment

Prime Minister Russell Mmiso Dlamini has unveiled Dr. Nondumiso Ginindza-Ncube as the new National Executive Director of the National Emergency Response Council on HIV/AIDS (NERCHA). Dr. Ginindza-Ncube has over 18 years of experience in health. She holds a PhD. in Public Health, a Master's degree in Clinical Epidemiology, Bachelor of Pharmacy Honours, and a Bachelor of Science degree with majors in Biology and Chemistry. Dr. Ginindza-Ncube replaces Khanya Mabuza, who was appointed Principal Secretary in the Ministry of Health in September 2023. PM: "A woman is now at the helm of one of the most important organisations in the country, I ask you to support her, and I require of her not to disappoint us. We would like to see Eswatini free of HIV/AIDS, and that is your greatest task."

Prime Minister Russell Mmiso Dlamini has presented Ndoniyamanzi Luhlanga with E75 000 as a Government reward for her silver-winning performance at the Dance World Cup in Prague, Czech Republic. The PM has further presented a personal reward of E5 000 to Ndoniyamanzi. PM: "We are pleased to know that this is the country’s first medal at a World Championship sports event in a long time. The fact that this drought has been ended by a 11-year-old makes it even more outstanding. Ndoni, you have written your name not just into sporting history, but into the history of our great Kingdom." PM: "I am now pleased to hand over this token of appreciation of E75 000 to you, Ndoni, from His Majesty’s Government, for your outstanding performances and for putting Eswatini on the world map. This is part of the standard recognition programme that Government runs for excelling, podium-finishing athletes through the Ministry of Sports, Culture, and Youth Affairs." PM: "I wish to thank Ndoni’s family for fully supporting their daughter to pursue her passion and talent in dancing. The family structure is integral in the development of our children, who are the future of our country and from whom our future leaders will come. Without the family’s support, we would not be here today." PM: "I also wish to thank Velile Dube and the entire Talent ‘n’ Motion Academy team for their selfless work in nurturing this rising star." PM: "Congratulations, Ndoni. I urge you to remain focused and dedicated to your studies as well as growing and perfecting your craft. I look forward to receiving you and your family again here at Cabinet Office for many more celebratory occasions."

Funwako Dlamini has travelled to three continents of the world representing Government at various forums. In our latest civil servants’ blog, the Ministry of Health’s Chief Environmental Health Officer talks about his journey in the civil service spanning 33 years: https://lnkd.in/ds4vgQmm #EswatiniGovernment

Simphiwe Dube is a Senior Physical Planning Officer in the Ministry of Housing and Urban Development. Among other duties, she is responsible for providing direction on land use and development within the country’s towns and cities. In our latest civil servants’ blog, she tells us about her work in urban planning: https://lnkd.in/d5wMT5TF #EswatiniGovernment

[PHOTOS]: Yesterday, Prime Minister Russell Mmiso Dlamini met local journalists for his second Editors' Forum meeting since coming into office. In this meeting, the Prime Minister answered the media's questions on pertinent national issues, including on drugs in public health facilities, the state of the University of Eswatini, corruption, food security, energy generation and the cost of living, among other issues. Download the Prime Minister's full responses to the questions from the media here: https://lnkd.in/dtHpcrgU #PMEditorsMeet

[READ]: The Ministry of Economic Planning and Development, Macroeconomic Analysis and Research Unit, has published the Economic Review and Outlook report FY2023/24 - 2026/27. This report provides an analysis of economic developments domestically and globally. It also provides short to medium term economic prospects, reflecting the key assumptions and implications of future economic developments on the domestic economy. This is to support policy direction in the domestic economy by depicting the prevailing macroeconomic environment as well as the portrayed picture of the country’s medium term macroeconomic outlook. Download the report here: https://lnkd.in/eb94qb_u

Stephen Khumalo joined the civil service in 1990, as a Diploma holder. After 34 years of service, he now holds a Master’s Degree in Parasitology as well as the title of Principal Environmental Health Officer with the Ministry of Housing and Urban Development. In this week’s civil servants’ blog, Khumalo shares about his journey in public service: https://lnkd.in/d_fCmxxQ #EswatiniGovernment

Prime Minister, H.E Russell Mmiso Dlamini's message on #AfricaDay: "Happy #AfricaDay, Eswatini! I am a proud African. Africa is my home. I was born in Africa, raised in Africa, and educated in Africa. I do not only live in Africa, but the African Spirit, Ubuntu, lives in me. I have more than one billion fellow Africans that I can call my brothers and sisters. Together, we must educate Africans to rise and defend our African identity. This year's #AfricaDay theme, "Educate an African fit for the 21st Century: Building resilient education systems for increased access to inclusive, lifelong, quality, and relevant learning in Africa" speaks strongly to us as His Majesty's Government. I am happy that His Majesty’s Government has initiated a comprehensive review and redesign of the education system of the Kingdom of Eswatini. The objective is to strengthen our education system to be among the best in Africa, to educate Africans fit for the future, because the future belongs to Africa. This is ambitious but not out of reach as Eswatini once offered the best education in the region. Our partners are ready to follow our leadership and work with the national multi-sectoral task team to review and strengthen our entire education system. In the meantime, Government will intensify efforts to ensure that no child is left behind. All citizens of Eswatini must be given an opportunity to reach their full potential, and we cannot go wrong with education. That is why Government offers free primary education and subsidised tertiary education. We count on the support and patience of the Nation as we work on the transformation of our education system to ensure that it is fully inclusive, one of quality, is resilient and helps emaSwati access the skills they need for today's and tomorrow's economy."

The Government of Eswatini has raised E4 Billion by issuing bonds on the Johannesburg Stock Exchange. The listing will provide the funds needed for important development projects in the country. Watch the ringing of the bell event at the Johannesburg Stock Exchange live on: https://lnkd.in/gvRX-__F