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Swaziland: Hungry Will Sell Their Vote for Food

[Swazi Media]Swaziland's Minister of Labour and Social Security Lutfo Dlamini gave away 450 food hampers to elderly people in his constituency.

Swaziland: The Deputy P.M. Is the Coward

[Swazi Media]Without the hint of a blush on his cheek, Swaziland's unelected Deputy Prime Minister Themba Masuku has branded democrats who are calling for a boycott of this year's national election, 'cowards'.

14th wife? Woman rebuffs Swaziland king

A 22-year-old woman fled to Britain from the southern African nation of Swaziland and is seeking asylum

Woman flees to Britain, refusing to join Swaziland king's harem: report

A 22-year-old woman fled to Britain from the southern African nation of Swaziland and is seeking asylum after refusing to join the harem of 13 wives of Swazi king Mswati III.        

Woman flees to Britain, refusing to join Swaziland king's harem

London, May 19 (IANS) A 22-year-old woman fled to Britain from the southern African nation of Swaziland and is seeking asylum after refusing to join the harem of 13 wives of Swazi king Mswati III.

Malawi disappoint Swaziland over friendly game snub

Malawi’s Flames disappointed Swaziland after opting to play a friendly game against Zimbabwe at Kamuzu Stadium on May 25. “The eagerly anticipated clash to pit the two countries was scheduled to be played next week Saturday in Blantyre, Malawi. However, the ‘Flames’ as the Malawi national team is affectionately known, have opted for higher ranking opponents. They [...]

Swaziland: ANC Angry At Brutal Security Force

[Swazi Media]The African National Congress (ANC) in South Africa is the latest organisation to condemn Swaziland's use of security forces to brutally quash democracy protests.

Swaziland: PM Bars Democrats From Swazi Senate

[Swazi Media]Members of political parties advocating for democracy in Swaziland will not be allowed to become members of the Swazi Senate, the kingdom's Prime Minister Barnabas Dlamini has decreed.

Bushfire Festival gets a continental shift

Swaziland is gearing up for its annual Bushfire festival, which boasts an eclectic line-up from all corners of Africa – and beyond.

Swaziland: Democracy Talks - but Not in Swaziland

[Swazi Media]This is a tale of democracy and two neighbouring nations: the kingdom of Swaziland and the Republic of South Africa.

Swaziland: Misa Tells 'Times' Editor to Resign

[Swazi Media]The Media Institute for Southern Africa has called on the managing editor of Swaziland's only independent newspaper group to resign because he is too close to King Mswati III.

Swaziland: Swazi Voter Registration in Shambles

[allAfrica]Cape Town -Voter registration is under way in Swaziland amid calls from opposition parties to boycott an electoral process that some have described as a mere formality.

In Swaziland, witches on broomsticks must fly low

Like airplanes and helicopters, witches on broomsticks must also obey the Swaziland's aviation laws.

Swaziland voters begin registration

Voters have begun registration for elections in Swaziland, Africa’s last absolute monarchy, with unions and the opposition calling for a boycott of what they dismiss as a “rubber stamp” poll.

Swaziland bans underage marriages

Tribal leaders contend that new law preventing child brides departs from traditional customs.