By Lwazi Dlamini
In the heart of Mbabane’s buzzing market, Thandiwe Mamba sells fruit and vegetables with pride. Her journey began when His Majesty King Mswati III encouraged women to take charge of their futures.
A savings group gave her the boost she needed, and now her stall supports her children, including one at university.
Thandiwe is not alone. Across Eswatini, women are stepping up, thanks to policies that empower them to lead and thrive.
From microloans to business training, His Majesty’s commitment to inclusive growth is giving women more than just a voice. It is giving them opportunity.
Nomthandazo Simelane, a seamstress from Siteki, now runs a tailoring cooperative with six employees.
She proudly shares that His Majesty’s vision has shifted how society sees women. No longer just caregivers, women are becoming decision-makers and entrepreneurs.
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Education is another area of impact. Scholarships and infrastructure help girls, especially in rural areas, stay in school.
Lungile Gama, a university student from Nhlangano, says a government bursary helped her pursue a science degree. She believes that with education, any child can succeed, no matter their background.
In the rural north, retired teacher Gogo Tsabedze reflects on how far the country has come. She notes that girls now go to school, women own land, and their voices are heard.
Her generation has watched real change unfold.
The push for gender equality also includes serious action on gender-based violence. Through awareness campaigns and legal reforms, His Majesty’s leadership has been clear.
Women’s safety is a national priority. Phumzile Mkhonta, a women’s rights advocate in Manzini, believes that when the King speaks out against abuse, the nation listens.
From homesteads to high streets, classrooms to boardrooms, women are driving change. His Majesty’s policies support this momentum, proving that women are key to building a stronger and more resilient Eswatini.
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Zanele Dube, a young entrepreneur from Pigg’s Peak, sums it up best. She believes that women are not simply recipients of change but are builders of Eswatini’s future.
Her Majesty sees the potential in every woman, and that belief is powering a movement.
With each new business, school success story, or leadership role filled by a woman, the vision grows clearer. Eswatini’s future is brighter with women at the centre.
