The Border Determination Special Committee has intensified efforts to strengthen inter-ministerial collaboration on border management,
migration coordination and the welfare of emaSwati living outside the country following a high-level stakeholder engagement held in Mbabane yesterday.
The meeting, chaired by Prince Mgebiseni Dlamini, brought together senior officials from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, the Ministry of Home Affairs and the Ministry of Labour at the Hilton Hotel. 
Among those in attendance were Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation Senator Pholile Shakantu, Principal Secretaries Sizwe Ntshangase and Nhlanhla Nxumalo, Acting Principal Secretary in the Ministry of Labour Nompumelelo Dlamini, as well as other senior government officials.
The engagement served as a platform for the committee to provide a comprehensive briefing on its mandate, current activities and strategic priorities.
Discussions focused on the committee’s role in advancing border delimitation, strengthening border management systems and promoting cooperation with neighbouring countries on matters affecting national boundaries.
Committee members also outlined ongoing efforts to address emerging challenges linked to border governance and migration management, emphasizing the need for stronger coordination among government institutions.
A key focus of the meeting was identifying areas where support from the Ministries of Foreign Affairs and Home Affairs would be critical in achieving the committee’s objectives.
These include enhancing diplomatic engagement with neighbouring states, improving border governance frameworks and strengthening collaboration on migration-related matters.
During the meeting it was noted that effective management of border issues requires a coordinated national approach involving multiple government departments and stakeholders.
The meeting further highlighted the importance of addressing the cultural and social needs of emaSwati residing in South Africa.
Stakeholders agreed that closer cooperation among ministries would help ensure that the interests and welfare of citizens living across the border are adequately represented and supported.
Speaking during the engagement, participants shared the significance of inter-ministerial partnerships in advancing national priorities and promoting stronger regional cooperation.
The committee indicated that further consultations and engagements with relevant stakeholders will continue as part of ongoing efforts to address border-related matters and advance the interests of emaSwati both at home and abroad.
