BY DELISA THWALA
MBABANE– Here comes work!
Since the Minister of Home Affairs Princess Lindiwe today informed Hhohho Traditional leaders that His Majesty King Mswati III has blessed the 55-year double celebration, to be held on September 6, 2023, at Somhlolo National Stadium in Lobamba under Hhohho Region, some members of the public have rejoiced at the presented job opportunities.
Vendors and business owners alike mentioned that this presented an opportunity for them to find work, and sell goods to make money.
One vendor said “We have not had a big celebration like this one, and half the Nation will gather there, and what better way to market and sell something,”
Another business owner in Manzini said big celebrations like this always look for handy people to work the tents, provide catering services, and whatnot.
“This is going to be a big celebration with COVID-19 restrictions banned. People are going to come all out and I hope the youth will take this opportunity to make money all the while rejoicing with their Majesties,” said Siyabonga Nxumalo.
Meanwhile, Her Royal Highness Lindiwe highlighted that since the country has survived the era of COVID-19 and other calamities, it was now time that the country celebrates the 55th anniversary of Eswatini and the 55th birthday of His Majesty King Mswati III.
This will be done to signify a happy Nation, she further pleaded with traditional leaders to commit themselves to the success of the event. The obligation is to strengthen unity among emaSwati.
On another hand, Prince Mphatfwa welcomed the news on behalf of Hhohho traditional leaders and assured the Minister that they will work together to ensure the event is a success.
“Akucali loku kwenteka Mtfwanenkhosi, sibenaye 50/50 nakhona lapho Hhohho wahlabana,” he said.
Worth noting is that, this publication yesterday reported the Government’s anticipation of His Majesty’s 55th Birthday next week as well as the 55th National Flag Day the following week.
The is also important the Eswatini nationhood. This is the day this country saw the lowering of the British union jack and the raising of the Eswatini flag signifying the total independence from the British colonial.
