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The Kingdom of Eswatini’s absolute monarch, King Mswati III, is set to officially open the 63rd edition of the Zimbabwe International Trade Fair (ZITF) in Bulawayo on Friday.
King Mswati is expected to arrive in Zimbabwe on Tuesday for an official State visit, which begins on Thursday, where he is expected to hold talks with President Emmerson Mnangagwa.
Before starting his two-day State visit, he will attend the Transform Africa Summit (TAS), which begins on Wednesday.
Mswati will join Presidents Paul Kagame of Rwanda, Lazarus Chakwera of Malawi and Hakainde Hichilema of Zambia at the summit in Victoria Falls.
Foreign Affairs and International Trade Permanent Secretary Ambassador James Manzou confirmed Mswati’s visit to<a href="https://www.sundaymail.co.zw/king-mswati-iii-jets-in-for-state-visit"> State media</a>. He said:
<blockquote>
King Mswati III will be in the country on April 25 and will begin his stay in Victoria Falls, where he will attend the Transform Africa Summit.
The following day, April 26, he will join other Heads of State participating in the official opening of the summit, before he heads to Harare to begin the official State visit.
The official State visit is scheduled to begin on April 27, where King Mswati will meet President Mnangagwa at State House.
The two leaders will hold official talks before attending a State banquet in the evening of the same day.
Zimbabwe is very happy and honoured to be hosting King Mswati III.
</blockquote>
King Mswati III is one of the world’s last absolute monarchs, with complete control over the government and judiciary of Eswatini.
He has been criticised for restrictions on political freedoms and human rights.
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King Mswati III To Officially Open Zimbabwe International Trade Fair

A Harare-based law firm has condemned the murder of Thulani Rudolf Maseko, a human rights lawyer and political activist in the Kingdom of Eswatini.
Maseko was allegedly <a href="https://zero.pindula.co.zw/zimbabwean-activists-outraged-over-assassination-of-eswatini-lawyer/">shot dead</a> at his home on Saturday 21 January in the evening.
In a statement seen by Pindula News, Shava Law Chambers said calling for better living conditions, democracy and rule of law is not an offence in the laws of Eswatini. Reads the law firm’s statement on the death of Mr Maseko:
<blockquote>
Our Ref:
<h2>Your Ref: SLC-RIGHTS AND BUSINESS CENTER’S MESSAGE ON THE DEATH OF THULANI MASEKO, A HUMAN RIGHTS LAWYER AND CHAMPION WHO WAS MURDERED IN HIS HOME ON THE 21ST OF JANUARY 2023 IN SWAZILAND</h2>
The painful circumstances of the death of a champion of human rights Mr Thulani Rudolf Maseko are shocking. Mr Maseko was assassinated in his home on the evening of 21 January 2023 in Swaziland.
The biography of Mr Maseko cannot be ignored. He was one of the founding members of the Southern Africa Human Rights Defenders Network and he was involved in several platforms that advocated for the protection of human rights not just in his country but in the SADC region, the whole of Africa and the globe. He was imprisoned and persecuted for his conscious belief in human and people’s rights. His death is a great loss to everyone. It is a great loss to the SADC region, the whole of Africa and the globe. The circumstances of his death have left everyone with a deep wound. It can only be prudent to join hands and amplify the voices of those demanding swift action from the Swaziland law enforcement authorities and that SADC and AU must amplify the clarion call for action by Eswathini law enforcement authorities.
Activism is not an offense. Calling for better living conditions, democracy and rule of law is not an offense in the laws of Eswathini.
The high-handedness with which the Eswathini authorities have dealt with descending voices is regrettable, within this context fingers are pointing at Eswathini as being behind the brutal assassination of Mr Maseko.
It is our hope and trust that Eswathini law enforcement authorities will act, investigate and bring to book the perpetrators of this heinous crime.
We express our deepest condolences to the family, Africa at large, all human rights defenders and the globe. WE SAY MAY THULANI RUDOLF MASEKO’S SOUL REST IN PEACE.
</blockquote>
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"Calling For Better Living Conditions, Democracy And Rule Of Law Is Not An Offense"

The Southern African Development Community (SADC) has called upon Eswatini to investigate <a href="https://zero.pindula.co.zw/zimbabwean-activists-outraged-over-assassination-of-eswatini-lawyer/">the murder</a> of Thulani Rudolf Maseko, a human rights lawyer and political activist in the Kingdom of Eswatini. 
Maseko was allegedly <a href="https://zero.pindula.co.zw/zimbabwean-activists-outraged-over-assassination-of-eswatini-lawyer/">shot dead</a> at his home on Saturday 21 January in the evening. 
In a statement seen by Pindula News, Hage G. Geingob, the President of the Republic of Namibia, and Chairperson of the SADC Organ Troika, also proposed a national and inclusive multi-stakeholder dialogue to resolve the political crisis in Eswatini. 
Reads the statement issued on 15 January 2023:
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The Southern African Development Community (SADC) notes with deep concern reports coming out of Eswatini about the killing of Mr Thulani Rudolf Maseko, a leading human rights lawyer and political activist in the Kingdom of Eswatini. The Community regrets the untimely death of Mr Maseko. 
At his death, Mr. Maseko was Chairperson of the Multi-Stakeholder Forum which was established as a coalition of non-State actors to advocate for a process of national political dialogue aimed at resolving the security and political challenges confronting the Kingdom. 
SADC expresses its deepest and heartfelt condolences to the family of Mr. Maseko, his friends, colleagues, and to the people of the Kingdom of Eswatini for the loss of Mr. Maseko.
SADC also calls upon the Government of the Kingdom of Eswatini to ensure that the killing of Mr. Maseko is swiftly, transparently and comprehensively investigated, and that any or all persons suspected of committing this heinous crime are brought to justice.
In this context, SADC further calls upon the people of the Kingdom of Eswatini to remain calm, exercise due care and consideration whilst the appropriate structures conduct the investigations and bring the matter to completion.
SADC reiterates the need for a peaceful resolution of the political and security challenges affecting the country. When dialogue fails, people go to war. Therefore, we propose that national and inclusive multi-stakeholder dialogue takes place.
</blockquote>
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SADC Tells Eswatini To Investigate Murder Of Rights Lawyer Thulani Maseko

The European Union (EU) has condemned the assassination of Eswatini human rights lawyer Thulani Rudolph Maseko in his home country on 21 January 2023. The EU issued a statement that reads:
<blockquote>
Thulani Rudolph Maseko, human rights lawyer and Chairperson of the Multistakeholder Forum (MSF), was shot dead at his house on Saturday 21 January.
The European Union strongly condemns Mr Maseko’s assassination and looks forward to the results of the investigations already launched by the authorities to identify and prosecute those responsible for this brutal act.
The EU calls on the authorities to ensure the safety of all citizens, including political activists.
This tragic loss comes in a row of killings, arson attacks and other violent acts, which have destabilised the country over the past months.
Since June 2021, the EU, as a long-standing and reliable partner of the country, has followed with grave concern about the situation in Eswatini.
The EU urges the authorities to launch the comprehensive and inclusive dialogue as a matter of urgency and priority, on terms facilitated by SADC, towards national reconciliation, respect for human rights and the rule of law, and ultimately, lasting peace.
</blockquote>

European Union Condemns Assassination Of Eswatini Lawyer

The Zimbabwe Human Rights NGO Forum has condemned the assassination of Eswatini pro-democracy activist and human rights lawyer Thulani Maseko. A statement issued by the Forum on Sunday, 22 January, reads:
<blockquote>
<h2>CONDOLENCE MESSAGE ON THE PASSING OF ESWATINI HUMAN RIGHTS STALWART, THULANI MASEKO</h2>
The Zimbabwe Human Rights NGO Forum (the Forum) has learnt, with a deep sense of loss, of the assassination of Eswatini pro-democracy activist and human rights lawyer Thulani Maseko. Maseko was shot in the head in his lounge on the evening of 21 January 2023.
We join the entire human rights community in mourning the loss of one of our generation’s most fierce defenders of human rights and steadfast champions of the voiceless.
Maseko was a friend of the Forum, sharing with the Forum a strong belief in social responsibility and consciousness in defending the rights, dignity, and equality of all.
He supported the Forum in advancing the human rights discourse in Africa in several civic space engagements and initiatives.
He fought tirelessly to promote respect for fundamental human rights on the continent as recently seen by his participation at the Southern Africa Human Rights Defenders Summit convened in Lusaka, Zambia from 28-29 November 2022.
Maseko was persecuted repeatedly for his unwavering defence of human rights. He was arrested on 17 March 2014 and charged with contempt of court for writing articles denouncing the lack of judicial independence in Africa’s last absolute monarchy, the then Swaziland.
His arrest, charges and pretrial detention were set aside by the Swaziland Supreme Court which ordered his release on 6 April 2014 just for him to be rearrested again two days later on 8 April 2014.
He was subsequently convicted of “contempt of court” on 17 July 2014 by the Swaziland High Court which sentenced him to two years in prison.
He endured solitary confinement during this period, criminalized for daring to speak out against an oppressive royalist regime.
Despite the persecution, he remained at the forefront of defending the rights of others following his release on 30 June 2015.
His deep-rooted conviction in assisting his fellow man was one for which he paid the ultimate price – that of his life.
It is in this spirit that the Forum mourns the devastating loss of an unwavering champion of democracy and human rights.
The Forum strongly condemns this callous and cold-blooded killing that has robbed the region of a selfless human rights stalwart. We demand justice and accountability for Thulani.
Thulani leaves behind a void that will be extremely difficult to fill. In his honour, we commit to continue to boldly defend the ongoing struggle for the realisation of all human rights for all persons.
The Forum extends heartfelt condolences to the Maseko family, his close friends, co-workers in the legal fraternity and the entire human rights community who interacted with and shared his commitment to the struggle for human rights.
The struggle for the rights and dignity of all continues, and Thulani’s assassination strengthens our resolve.
</blockquote>

Zimbabwe Human Rights NGO Forum Condemns "Callous" Killing Of Eswatini Lawyer

South Africa’s second-largest opposition party, the Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF), has condemned the assassination of Eswatini human rights lawyer, Thulani Rudolf Maseko, on Saturday in his home country.
Maseko was gunned down by unknown gunmen at his home in Luyendo in Eswatini on Saturday evening.
In a statement issued on Sunday, 22 January 2023, the Julius Malema-led party accused King Mswati III’s government of being behind Maseko’s “merciless killing”. Reads the statement:
<blockquote>
The Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) condemns the assassination of human rights lawyer and Chairperson of the Multi-Stakeholder Forum (MSF), comrade Thulani Rudolf Maseko who was gunned down at his home in Luyendo in Eswatini.
The killing occurs amidst the ongoing targeting of those who are calling for democracy, by the murderous monarch of Eswatini, Mswati Comrade Maseko was a courageous defender of democracy and a voice of reason for the defenceless people of eSwatini.
He spoke truth to power during a time of great adversity and extreme government repression.
The People of eSwatini, the rest of Africa, the Diaspora and the world have been robbed of a soldier who was armed not with guns, but with words that he used to confront the most merciless regimes on the continent.
The merciless killing of comrade Maseko is a sign of desperation from a state that has lost its legitimacy and authority to preside over the affairs of the people of eSwatini.
Mswati and his mercenaries may have killed him but they will never kill the idea of democracy whose time has come.
The EFF calls on the people of eSwatini to remain steadfast and fearless as the wheels of change are now turning and democracy will soon reign supreme in this beautiful land.
We further call on the South African government, the South African Development Community (SADC) region, and the rest of the Africa Union (AU) to condemn the crimes against humanity that are currently taking place in eSwatini.
We express our deep condolences to his family, friends, and loved ones.
</blockquote>

South Africa's EFF Condemns Assassination Of A Human Rights Lawyer In Eswatini

Zimbabwean activists have expressed shock following the assassination of Eswatini human rights lawyer Thulani Maseko, who was the Chairperson of the MultiStakeholder Forum (MSF).
Maseko was allegedly shot dead at his home on Saturday 21 January in the evening.
<a href="http://www.swazilandnews.co.za/fundza.php?nguyiphi=3732">Swaziland News</a> quoted Maseko’s wife, Tanele Maseko, as confirming the death of the prominent lawyer. She was quoted as saying:
<blockquote>
It’s true, Thulani has been killed, bashaye waphola Nkhosi. Ubobuye ushaye kwanyalo kusenemaphoyisa.
</blockquote>
According to Swaziland News, Maseko’s death came a few hours after King Mswati III warned those calling for democracy that his mercenaries would deal with them.
Hopewell Chin’ono <a href="https://twitter.com/daddyhope/status/1617089298209116160">tweeted</a>:
<blockquote>
The tragic assassination of Swazi human rights lawyer, Thulani Maseko is a chilling reminder of how the Corrupt political elites are prepared to do anything to shut down pro-democracy voices.
He was shot yesterday in his home, all because he fought for democracy in Eswatini.
</blockquote>
Deprose Muchena described Maseko’s assassination as cold-blooded murder. <a href="https://twitter.com/DeproseM/status/1617062293853900801">He tweeted:</a>
<blockquote>
Completely devastated after hearing news of the assassination of a dear friend &amp; #Swaziland’s leading human rights lawyer, Thulani Maseko.
He was gunned down in his home, sitting in his living room. This cold-blooded murder is a chilling reminder of what #Eswatini has become.
</blockquote>
Elvis Mugari <a href="https://twitter.com/hon_mugari/status/1617066343718682624">wrote</a>:
<blockquote>
I extend my sincere condolences to the Maseko family on the tragic passing of Thulani Maseko, a leading human rights lawyer and pro-democracy activist who was shot dead yesterday evening at his house.
</blockquote>
Kudzaishe Gladys Hlatywayo <a href="https://twitter.com/gladyshlatywayo/status/1616966754093203459">wrote</a>:
<blockquote>
I have just received the devastating news that prominent Swazi human rights lawyer Thulani Rudolf Maseko was shot and killed by suspected King Mswati hitmen at his home this evening.
I am devastated 😭😭😭😭He was a dear brother and comrade in the fight for democratic world order.
</blockquote>
Takudzwa Ngadziore <a href="https://twitter.com/ngadziore/status/1617057514004123648">said</a>:
<blockquote>
SAD! Waking up to such devastating news. The murder of Thulani Rudolf Maseko a Human Rights Lawyer in Swaziland is inhumane, criminal &amp; evil.
My last memory with him is our conversation when planning the African Social Movements (ASM) Baraza held in Johannesburg.
During this period Cde Thulani informed that the house of the President of PUDEMO, Comrade Mlungisi Makhanya had been burnt down.
And he was saying let’s speak out in SOLIDARITY! Well, Cde Brother, now they’ve taken your life &amp; we are left in pain.
Yes, we shall speak out BUT Justice MUST &amp; SHOULD be Served! The sanctity of human life can never be ruled out because authoritarianism is suffocating the democratic space.
Rest in Peace Comrade Brother! The gap will surely be felt. We shall miss the voice that speaks for the people. The love!
</blockquote>
Fadzayi Mahere <a href="https://twitter.com/advocatemahere/status/1617087565747884032">said</a>:
We extend our sincere condolences to the Maseko family on the tragic passing of Thulani Maseko, a leading human rights lawyer &amp; pro-democracy activist who was shot dead yesterday evening at his house in Eswatini/Swaziland. May he rest in peace.
Makomborero Haruzivishe <a href="https://twitter.com/MakomboreroH/status/1617071989092675587">wrote</a>:
<blockquote>
King Mswati’s agents knocked on human rights lawyer Thulani Maseko’s door, he opened &amp; they shot him point blank in front of his wife &amp; kids.
The assassination of @maseko_r by @EswatiniGovern1 must be condemned by all. This evil monarchy must fall &amp; let the people be free!
</blockquote>

Zimbabwean Activists Outraged Over Assassination Of Eswatini Lawyer

Professor Jonathan Moyo, a former Higher Tertiary Education minister has urged South Africa’s Economic Freedom Fighters not to campaign for cutting ties between South Africa and eSwatini King, Mswati III.
EFF had this Tuesday called upon the South African government to isolate Mswati whom they accused of brutalising the people of eSwatini.The party said:
<blockquote>
The EFF stood up in solidarity with the people of eSwatini today. SA government must isolate and close down the diplomatic offices of the king Mswati III in SA as form of protest and demonstration against his order to brutalise and maim the struggling people of eSwatini.
</blockquote>
In response, the exiled Political Science Professor said:
<blockquote>
Dear @EFFSouthAfrica, On this one Cdes you might have to reconsider your stance or approach because there’s a real risk and possibility that you will find yourselves in bed with Uncle Sam and his well-known snakes in SA, whose agenda in Eswatini is radically different from yours!
</blockquote>
King Mswati III, who came to power at the age of 18 in 1986, has ruled Eswatini, formerly Swaziland, for 36 years.
There have been reports of human rights abuses in the country and abuse of national resources while the general populace wallowed in abject poverty.
The government’ inaction or neglect of the citizenry’s grievances triggered the<a href="https://news.pindula.co.zw/2021/06/29/king-mswati-alleged-to-have-fled-eswatini-amid-violent-protests/"> ongoing civil unrest in eSwatini</a> in June 2021 when pro-democratic protests started thereby shaking Africa’s last absolute monarch. 
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Jonathan Moyo Disagrees With EFF's Call On SA To Cut Ties With eSwatini's Mswati III

Cape Town-based Zimbabwean media academic and consultant, Delta Ndou, has been appointed the chief executive officer of Rubicon Group with effect from 4 April 2022.
Ndou will be responsible for the setting up of three new publications in Eswatini, Eswatini Financial Times (EFT), Eswatini Daily News (EDN) and Eswatini Sunday News (ESN).
Pindula News publishes the statement issued by Rubicon Group on Ndou’s appointment in full:
<blockquote>
The Board of Rubicon Group has the pleasure of appointing Cape Town-based Dr Delta Milayo Ndou as Chief Executive Officer to steer the setting up of three media titles, namely Eswatini Financial Times (EFT).
Eswatini Daily News (EDN) and Eswatini Sunday News (ESN). The appointment is with effect from April 04, 2022.
Dr Ndou brings a wealth of expertise to this role, having served in various roles of senior leadership over the past 15 years.
She has held managerial roles across sectors such as telecommunications, civil society, academic and print media where tasks such as re-packaging, online engagement, writing, editing, commissioning of stories and content creation were her daily responsibilities.
Her capabilities include extensive print journalism, social media, online journalism and digital storytelling experience.
Dr Ndou is a widely respected and high-level consultant whose international work experience includes serving as a Manager at SAGE Publications in the United Kingdom, as an Internet Freedom Fellow in Switzerland, and as a Global New Media Fellow in the United States of America.
“Rubicon Group is at the cusp of lounching three exciting media entities and we are delighted to have Dr. Ndou steering the ship.” said Rubicon board chairman, Daniel Muller “We are confident that with her on board, Rubicon is better positioned to deliver media products and titles that will transform the media landscape regionally and beyond. As a Board, we look forward to working with the team she will recruit to lay a foundation for the kind of content factory that can provide information which strongly resonates with and is tailored at key and varied audience segments”
The appointment of Dr Ndou follows a thorough recruitment process overseen by a dedicated global headhunter, which saw a wide variety of exceptional candidates being placed under consideration and vetted.
Our priority was and always will be to hire the right people and we believe Dr Ndou has what it takes to position Rubicon to win because of her experience, qualifications, skills, deep knowledge of the media and understanding of Southern Africa’s media context.
As the Board, we are prepared to dedicate the necessary resources, avail the appropriate technology and infrastructure, as well as recruit the best talent.
We have no doubt that under Dr Ndou’s leadership, our media products will soon become strong and influential brands” said Mr Muller.
Dr Ndou holds a PhD in Media Studies from the University of Cape Town and is a Sussex University media graduate with advanced professional media skills and tactical expertise that have earned her international recognition in blogging, new media activism and Social media advocacy.
She is a strong leader with a proven track record of developing diverse and high performing teams in news organizations and in media campaign contexts.
She is regarded as a formidable strategist who has executed highly impactful consultancy work for international NGOs including UN Women, Mercy Corps and International Republican Institute (IRI).
Rubicon Group is at the cusp of launching three exciting media entities and we are delighted to have Dr Ndou steering the ship.
</blockquote>
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Zimbabwean Academic Delta Ndou Appointed Rubicon Group CEO | Full Text

Eswatini’s largest opposition party, the People’s United Democratic Movement (PUDEMO), has condemned the violence perpetrated against the Citizens Coalition for Change (CCC) by members of the Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) and ZANU PF activists.
In a statement yesterday, PUDEMO Secretary General Wandile Dludlu condemned the teargassing of CCC supporters in Gokwe by police on Saturday and the violence that rocked the opposition party’s rally in Kwekwe on Sunday that left one person dead.
On Saturday, ZRP disrupted a CCC rally in Gokwe, using tear gas, water cannon and batons against the party’s supporters to thwart the rally even though it had been given a go-ahead by the High Court.
On Sunday, at a rally held at Mbizo 4 Shopping Centre, a violent ZANU PF militia that was armed with machetes, spears and knobkerries attacked CCC supporters who were in attendance resulting in at least one loss of life and dozens of injuries. Said Dludlu:
<blockquote>
As an organisation that is committed to the maintenance of peace in our region, Africa and the world at large, we are concerned about such stubborn acts of violence.
Violence against opposing stakeholders in our region by ruling governments is sadly becoming an acceptable norm.
This is undoubtedly a threat to the development of our region as genuine development has proven to be anchored on peace, respect for human rights and good governance.
We, therefore, project our condemnation of the State’s violent response to genuine calls for democracy and good governance.
</blockquote>
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Eswatini Opposition, PUDEMO, Condemns Violent Attacks Against CCC

The Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) party led by Julius Malema has condemned what it described as barbaric acts of an illegitimate family government. The<a href="https://news.pindula.co.zw/2021/06/29/king-mswati-alleged-to-have-fled-eswatini-amid-violent-protests/"> ongoing civil unrest in eSwatini</a> started in June when pro-democratic protests started thereby shaking Africa’s last absolute monarch. Pindula News presents EFF’s statement.
<blockquote>
EFF STATEMENT ON THE CONTINUED PRO-DEMOCRACY PROTEST IN eSWATINI 
Friday, 15 October 2021 
The EFF has taken note of the continued brutality of King Mswati’s regime against the children, women, and men of eSwatini and condemns with the strongest words it deserves, such barbaric acts of an illegitimate family government. 
The EFF calls on the South African government and African Union to once more reign on the despotic king and his family cohorts. There will be and should be consequences against a government that lifts up arms of war against its civilian population. 
We further call on the youth and students of eSwatini to intensify their struggle and shut down the regime of the Dlamini family until they negotiate a transition to popular democratic government or flee the country. 
The battle cry of pro-democracy activists in eSwatini is loud enough to trigger the attention and actions of the international community against the imbecility of King Mswati and his family. 
The EFF commits to responding decisively against the regime of King Mswati soonest should the continued brutality against protestors not be stopped forthwith. 
</blockquote>
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EFF Condemns "Barbaric Acts Of An Illegitimate Family Government" Of eSwatini

King Mswati III on Friday appointed Cleops Dlamini as the new prime minister of Eswatini replacing Ambrose Mandvulo Dlamini, who died in December.
Dlamini was previously Chief Executive of the Public Service Pension Fund. Mswati made the announcement at a public meeting at one of his residences broadcast online and state radio.
The announcement was made during a sibaya, a traditional forum for public dialogue. It was the first time the king had addressed the violent protests in the country that have led to the deaths of at least 50 people.
The appointment is made amid <a href="https://news.pindula.co.zw/2021/06/29/king-mswati-alleged-to-have-fled-eswatini-amid-violent-protests/">widespread protests</a> over King Mswati’s alleged maladministration that has plunged the majority into abject poverty.
Reports suggest that pro-democracy activists embarked on peaceful demonstrations to mark yearly 12th April 1973, where political parties were banned and the beginning of rule through absolute monarchy.
They were reportedly met with violence from Royal Police.
The regional body, SADC, sent a fact-finding mission to analyse the political and security situation in the country, with a view to supporting the people of Eswatini towards finding a durable solution.
The appointment is made when even Members of Parliament are said to be calling for an elected and more representative prime minister.
While Eswatini citizens can elect a parliamentarian to present their constituency in government, the king reserves the power to elect the prime minister.
MORE: <a href="https://news.pindula.co.zw">Pindula News</a>; <a href="https://www.news24.com/news24/africa/news/eswatini-king-appoints-new-prime-minister-20210716">News24</a>

Eswatini King Has Appointed New Prime Minister

The government of Eswatini Tuesday has dismissed as false reports claiming that King Mswati III had fled the country amid violent citizen protests.
In a statement, Eswatini Acting Prime Minister Themba Masuku said King Mswati III is in the country and performing his duties as usual. The statement read:
<blockquote>Following the false media reports circulating, I would like to take this opportunity to assure emaSwati and the international community that His Majesty King Mswati III is in the country and continues to lead in working with Government to advance the Kingdom’s goals.
Government will update the Nation on interventions on the current situation as the day progresses.
In the meantime, we appeal for calm, restraint and peace from all emaSwati.</blockquote>
Pro-democracy protests erupted in Eswatini on Monday and South Africa’s public broadcaster, the SABC, reported that King Mswati (53) had “fled amid public violence in the country,” but did not say where he had gone.
The protesters, who are backed by labour unions, are demanding the right to vote for their own prime minister with executive powers.
Currently, the prime minister is appointed by King Mswati who also appoints judges.
Political parties have been banned in the tiny southern African country since 1973.
A constitution introduced in 2005 forbade parties from running in national elections, handing King Mswati absolute power.
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Eswatini Denies King Mswati Has Fled The Country

Social media reports claim that King Mswati III of Eswatini has fled the kingdom after pro-democracy protests turned into chaos.
There are unconfirmed reports that protesters went on the rampage and set fire to several shops in Matsapha, <a href="https://www.sabcnews.com/sabcnews/king-mswati-alleged-to-have-fled-eswatini-amid-violent-protests/">SABC News</a> reported.
In a statement this Tuesday, Economic Freedom Fighters of Swaziland National (EFFSWA) Spokesperson Sphelele Nkomondze said the organisation supports the country’s youths’ demand for peaceful democratic reforms.
Pindula News is publishing the statement in full below:
<blockquote>EFFSWA Statement on the ongoing Revolution in Swaziland
29 June 2021
The EFF Swaziland reiterate and still maintain its position and strategy it undertook to activate the youth to call for peaceful democratic reforms in the country, after more than 50 years of oppression under the royal family, that has been ruling by iron hand since 1973.
The reality is that it took the arrival of the EFF Swaziland that the struggle that took more than 40 years has taken a turning point and moving to a point of yielding the results our people have been waiting for.
The EFF Swaziland want to ensure Swazis, Africa and the world that the ongoing violent protests began with the fighters in Swaziland participating in a peaceful march to mark yearly 12th April 1973, where political parties were banned and the beginning of rule through absolute monarchy. Instead, we were met with violence from Royal Police.
We then received a lot of support from Members of Parliament who were calling for an elected prime minister.
EFFSWA also participated in huge number in a march to US Embassy to pledge our solidarity with the people of Palestine, which triggered and agitated the youth of other organisations to stand up and fight.
At the midst of police brutality, a sad incident took place where police murdered aspiring lawyer and student Thabani Nkomonye.
The EFF Swaziland successfully organised its members to participate in a biggest march in the country to Matsapha police station and Manzini Regional Headquarters to demand justice for Thabani under the hashtag #JusticeForThabani.
That peaceful march was violently disrupted by police firing rubber bullets, teargas and live ammunitions to protesters.
The EFF Swaziland organised again back-to-back marches on Justice for Thabani, which all the time police used force towards innocent citizens.
We worked together with students from universities, in pursue of unity among different organisations.
On the funeral of Thabani Nkomonye, police fired teargas on old people who were mourning their loved one who was killed in cold blood by the royal police.
The EFF Swaziland led from the forefront on the delivery of petitions in all constituencies successfully, which led to the royal government panicking and deploying police all over to disperse people delivering petitions through violence, citing Covid-19 and unruliness.
The youth of this country never backed down and they are defending themselves against police given an order to shoot to kill.
The EFF Swaziland condemns deployment of the army to unleash violence towards innocent citizens who are peacefully lobbying for their concerns to be heard by the government.
We call upon police and the army not to take any bogus and selfish orders that are aimed at keeping the oppressor in power.
The time has come that the security agencies position themselves and fight for their rights for freedom themselves.
We call upon all Swazis not to give up now. Victory is coming tomorrow. The fighters and ground forces must be combat ready.
As a peaceful organization we always believe in peaceful ways to sort differences with the government, but those in power always use their power and influence to unleash violence.
We will defend ourselves every time we are attacked. We call upon the international community to be in solidarity with the people of Swaziland, our lives are in danger. We request any kind of support from them now at this time more than ever.
Fighters and youth of this country, continue fighting, freedom is coming tomorrow. We will archive Political and Economic Freedom in Our Lifetime.
We say Forward to the New Republic, and subsequently to the United States of Africa, AMANDLA!!!</blockquote>

King Mswati Alleged To Have Fled Eswatini Amid Violent Protests

Eswatini (formerly Swaziland), has expressed concern over recent attacks on drivers from the country in South Africa.
In a statement this Saturday, Eswatini Minister of Foreign Affairs Thulisile Dladla said they will be engaging all stakeholders in response to violence against the drivers.
Dladla, however, did not name the country whose citizens were subjecting emaSwati truck drivers “to cruel, inhumane and degrading treatment”. The country is believed to be South Africa. The statement read:
<blockquote>The Government of the Kingdom of Eswatini is very concerned about the emergence of recent video evidence from social media platforms wherein truck drivers from Eswatini are subjected to cruel, inhumane and degrading treatment by citizens of a neighbouring country.
Government has since taken the necessary measures in convening all national stakeholders to address this issue, with the aim of forging a lasting solution.
Government will also engage in earnest with its neighbours, through diplomatic channels, to revive a wholesome dialogue on all matters that are of importance to us.
We appeal for calm from all citizens of Eswatini as deliberate steps are being taken for this specific turn of events.
SENATOR THULISILE DLADLA Minister of Foreign Affairs
15 May 2021</blockquote>

Eswatini Govt Reacts To Attacks On Its Drivers In South Africa

The government of Eswatini (formerly Swaziland) has dismissed as fake news reports that the country’s leader, King Mswati III was critically ill and has been hospitalised.
In a statement posted on the government’s Twitter account, acting government spokesperson Sabelo Dlamini said:
<blockquote>Government has noted fake social media reports claiming His Majesty King Mswati III was critically ill with COVID-19. This is purely fake news. His Majesty is well and in good health.
Such fabrication perpetrated by elements intent on sowing confusion and panic is unacceptable and appalling. The government wishes to warn perpetrators of such misinformation that they are in breach of COVID-19 regulation and risk prosecution.</blockquote>
This comes after Swaziland News reported that Mswati III was in critical condition at a hospital, citing high profile royal sources.
The online publication added that the King was admitted at Manzana Royal Hospital in a critical condition and struggling to breathe.
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Esatwini Responds To 'King Mswati III Is Critically Ill' Reports

Eswatini monarchy, King Mswati III’s decision to by 120 luxury BMWs and 19 Rolls-Royce cars for his family has caused outrage in the impoverished kingdom.
The opposition party, People’s United Democratic Movement (Pudemo), on Thursday condemned the move by the King. Pudemo general secretary Wandile Dludlu said in a statement:
<blockquote>In Swaziland, public sector workers have not received salary adjustments in three years and the health system has totally collapsed, rendering the poorest of the poor vulnerable.
Tertiary institutions have also closed down due to student unrest caused by the regime’s failure to cater for their tuition fees, textbook fees, accommodation and other expenses.</blockquote>
Pudemo accused Mswati of showing public workers a middle finger and proving to all and sundry that he is a law unto himself.
According to Africa Facts Zone, King Mswati III owns 2 private jets, a $625,000 Rolls Royce, a $500,000 Maybach 62, a BMW X6 and 20 Mercedes Benz S600 Pullman.
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