By Ncaba Ntshakala
The Deputy Prime Minister (DPM) Thulisile Dladla has challenged the Pastor’s Wives Foundation to take a leading role in combating the rising tide of teenage pregnancy in the country.
During a certification ceremony at the DPM’s office, Dladla emphasized the church’s responsibility towards the well-being of all its members, including young people.
The ceremony honored companies and organizations that partnered with the Foundation for the recent Pastors’ Wives Dinner discussions held on May 3rd, 2024, at Happy Valley Hotel.
The recognized companies for their contributions are Swaziland Action Group Against Abuse (SWAGAA), Sniper Security, Let’s Ride, Multipurpose Distributors, Msholozi Communications, World Vision Eswatini,
Thechnosol, Bible Society of Eswatini, Ekhaya Insurance, Happy Valley Hotel, UNFPA Eswatini, Inhlonhla, Eswatini Air, IF’s Lounge and Destiny Group.
Dladla expressed her appreciation to the Foundation for tackling the growing crisis of gender-based violence in Eswatini.
She urged the church to move beyond internal conflicts and focus on addressing the needs of all its members. “Let us stop back-biting each other,” she stressed.
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“I am delighted by this initiative,” Dladla declared. “We urge churches to create platforms for open discussions on teenage pregnancy, sexual abuse, and drug and alcohol abuse.
We must instill a sense of self-worth and self-esteem in our youth. It is encouraging to see the church taking a stand, and for sponsors to recognize the vital role it plays.”
The Pastor’s Wives Foundation, founded by Umkhokheli Mpumie Motsa, was established to empower and support pastors’ wives and other women by building their confidence and self-awareness.
The foundation provides a safe space for sharing experiences and strengthening open dialogue. Motsa explained that the organization was established in response to the lack of platforms for pastors’ wives to discuss their challenges.
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“The recent surge in gender-based violence cases, both within and outside churches, has compelled us to take action and fight back,” Motsa stated.
The Deputy Prime Minister’s support and the devotion of partner organizations strengthen the Foundation’s resolve to tackle these critical issues and promote the well-being of Eswatini communities.
