BY MBONO MDLULI
MBABANE – The town of Mankayane, which will host His Majesty King Mswati III’s 56th Birthday, is now clean and ready to welcome the world to celebrate the anticipated event.
Yesterday morning (April 17, 2024), people from Mankayane and surrounding areas convened in that town to start a clean-up campaign in preparation for the event. Led by the Mankayane Town Board, the campaign was aimed to spruce up the town to welcome the upcoming celebration with renewed vigor and a sense of pristine beauty.
According to the Ministry of Home Affairs, which is at the forefront of the preparations for this event, that clean-up campaign, which spanned three hours, kicked off at the Mabovini waiting room, where a certain group started the campaign, while another dedicated team commenced their efforts from the Mhlabubovu circle. Participants, ranging from local residents to civic leaders, rolled up their sleeves to tackle litter, debris, and unkempt areas in a bid to transform the town’s appearance before the grand event tomorrow.
Stakeholders expressed their delight and satisfaction with the progress made during the campaign, hailing it as a resounding success. Many emphasised that Mankayane was now primed and poised to shine brightly on the auspicious occasion of the King’s birthday celebration. The collaborative spirit and collective effort showcased during the clean-up underscored the community’s commitment to presenting a picture-perfect setting for the upcoming King’s birthday celebration.
As the town gears up for the much-anticipated celebration, the final touches and preparations are in full swing. It had been expected that the town would today witness the culmination of these efforts through final rehearsals and meticulous arrangements to ensure that every detail would be in place for a memorable and joyous celebration in honour of the King’s birthday.
The proactive participation and enthusiasm exhibited by all involved in the clean-up campaign reflect the deep sense of community pride and unity that pervades Mankayane. With the town’s appearance transformed and spirits high, anticipation is building for a truly spectacular and unforgettable celebration to mark the 56th birthday of the King.
(Pics sourced from Ministry of Home Affairs Facebook)
