‘Clear your debts with ‘Duvuladvula’ – Speaker tells MPs
By Delisa Magagula
Speaker of the House Jabulani ‘Buy Cash’ Mabuza has urged Members of Parliament (MPs) to use the forthcoming salary adjustments responsibly and clear their debts before the end of their term.
“Kute imali, but use the little you will get to clear your debt. Whatever you have been given is from God, use it with grace,” Mabuza said.
He was addressing MPs during their two-day retreat held at Sibebe Resort on Wednesday, where he reminded them of their duty to lead by example in matters of financial discipline and stewardship.
The Speaker said legislators are expected to receive their payments in November following the government’s salary review implementation.
He warned them against reckless spending, emphasizing that the funds are meant to help them settle debts and not for luxury.
“Let us be financially responsible with our money. When December 2027 comes, you should not have any outstanding debts. They should be cleared,” Mabuza told MPs.
He reminded lawmakers that they were called to serve the nation with integrity, regardless of personal challenges.
“We took an oath to serve the people and the country under any kind of pressure. We must continue to serve faithfully and with humility,” he said.
Worth noting Eswatini has implemented a new public sector salary review, with 100 per cent of the recommended adjustments taking effect in October 2025.
The adjustment includes a phased payment of back pay, with 15 per cent received in October 2025 and the remaining 85 per cent due in July 2026.
Employees whose grades were not adjusted will receive a once-off payment of five per cent of their annual basic salary. Revised housing and bus fare allowances are also being implemented in phases, with full rollout for some bands expected in July 2026.
Mabuza said that although there has been no circular confirming how much MPs will receive, the expectation is that whatever comes should be used wisely.
“We must lead by example and show discipline in how we use the resources that come our way,” he added.