Swaziland news

Here are some recent news articles from Swaziland (also known as Eswatini):

Politics

• King Mswati III of Swaziland has appointed a new prime minister, Cleopas Dlamini, to replace Ambrose Dlamini who resigned in January. (Swazi Observer, March 2021)
• The Swaziland government has announced plans to hold elections in 2023, with the opposition parties calling for reforms to ensure a free and fair vote. (BBC News, February 2021)

Economy

• The Swaziland economy has been hit hard by the COVID-19 pandemic, with the country's GDP expected to contract by 2.5% in 2021. (African Business, January 2021)
• The Swaziland government has launched a stimulus package to support small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) affected by the pandemic. (Swazi Observer, December 2020)

Health

• Swaziland has reported a surge in COVID-19 cases, with the country's health ministry announcing 1,000 new cases in a single day. (Swazi Observer, February 2021)
• The Swaziland government has launched a vaccination campaign against COVID-19, with the country receiving a donation of 100,000 doses of vaccine from the African Union. (Africanews, January 2021)

Sports

• The Swaziland national football team has qualified for the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations, their first appearance in the tournament since 2000. (BBC Sport, November 2020)
• The Swaziland government has launched a campaign to promote sports and physical activity among young people, with a focus on reducing obesity and improving health. (Swazi Observer, October 2020)

Other news

• A severe drought has affected Swaziland, with the country's agriculture sector expected to be severely impacted. (Swazi Observer, January 2021)
• The Swaziland government has launched a campaign to promote tourism, with a focus on showcasing the country's natural beauty and cultural heritage. (Africanews, December 2020)