BY BANELE MAGONGO
MBABANE – His Majesty King Mswati III’s birthday will be hosted in Mankayane in the Manzini Region this year.
This announcement was made yesterday by Minister for Home Affairs Her Royal Highness Princess Lindiwe has announced that the 56th King’s Birthday celebration will be held on April 19, 2024.
Princess Lindiwe shared this was His Majesty the King wish for his birthday to be celebrated in this town, which is under Ngwempisi Constituency. The Minister asked the traditional leaders, particularly those under Manzini Region, to help make the celebrations a success.
The Minister also shared the King’s gratitude for the support he has received from the people of Manzini and the country as a whole. She urged everyone to work together to make the King’s birthday celebration a memorable day.
In her address to the traditional leaders, Minister Lindiwe highlighted the important role that the traditional leaders played in the organisation of national events like the King’s birthday celebration. She reminded them that in the past, the leaders were responsible for the preparations, while the government took care of the garden party.
Princess Lindiwe emphasised the vital role of the traditional leaders as representatives of the King, emphasising their duty to ensure that the event was a success. She encouraged the leaders to work together and make the most of this opportunity to celebrate the King’s birthday.
The King’s Birthday celebration, according to the Minister, is a significant event that brings people together and strengthens national unity. It is a symbol of the nation’s shared identity and the common bond between the King and his people. The celebration provides an opportunity for citizens to express their love and loyalty to King Mswati III, and reaffirm their commitment to the monarchy. It is a reminder of the nation’s shared history and culture, and a celebration of what makes Eswatini unique, according to the Minister.
The Minister ended her address by expressing her complete confidence in the Manzini traditional leaders and their ability to make the King’s Birthday celebration a success. She recognised their dedication and commitment to the cause, and expressed her gratitude for their efforts. The Minister also expressed her belief that the celebration would be a special and memorable event, thanks to the hard work and dedication of all those involved.
