….urges Nation to register and vote in numbers, while over 7 000 people will be hired
BY DELISA THWALA
MBABANE– His Majesty King Mswati III warned emaSwati on bribery and corruption during elections.
His Majesty was speaking during the 5th session of the 11th Parliament opening held last Friday at Lobamba. The King said it was gratifying to note that the monarchical democracy has evolved over the years.
This is evidenced by the fact that the national elections held every 5th year are one of the most democratic. Members of parliament carry the mandate and voice of the people since they are voted freely based on individual merit from their constituencies.
“We look forward to the incoming members of parliament to carry on our national development agenda that seeks to elevate our country to first-world status. Nobody should be left behind in playing their part towards addressing the social, economic and political challenges and tapping into the opportunities for growth and development that lie ahead of us,” said The King.
In addition to that the Head of state said the nation was capable of achieving great things when they work together, so the King continues to encourage the spirit of dialogue to address differences and find lasting solutions to all challenges that confront everyone.
“We must caution against the use of foul play, bribery and false promises to gain a seat in parliament. This can only be aimed at achieving selfish ambitions at the expense of our national development. We wish the election process all the success it deserves.
“Go all out and exercise your right to cast your vote and let it count. Let each of us be reminded of our slogan, ngete ngasala nasakha live,” said the King.
Meanwhile, the Eswatini and boundaries commission (EBC) has projected over 7 000 temporal jobs during this year’s national elections.
According to EBC’s communications officer, Mbonisi Bhembe, the 2018 national elections’ amount of personnel will be used as a benchmark this year.
“It is a tricky situation; however, we will be guided by the number of people who were employed in the past elections. Also, the number of personnel will be determined by the voters who will eventually show up for the national elections through registration,” Bhembe clarified.
Meanwhile, EBC has invited all emaSwati to apply for this year’s general elections jobs. According to the commission, job opportunities are open for everyone, which means over 7 000 people would have an income for the better part of the year. “EBC has made available job applications which can easily be filled and are accessible in all the Tinkhundla centres in the country. The application forms are filled and are supposed to be left at the Inkhundla centre or with the regional administrators (RA),” pointed out the communications officer.
