SWIMMER SIWAKHILE OFF TO AUSTRALIA

MBABANE – Eswatini’s swimming rising star Siwakhile Dlamini has been awarded a prestigious World Aquatics scholarship, enabling her to train for a year in Bond, Australia.

The news was announced in a press release by the Eswatini Swimming Association (ESA), yesterday morning. “The Eswatini Swimming Association is thrilled to announce that Siwakhile Dlamini has been granted a World Aquatics Scholarship to train at a facility in Bond, Australia, for the next year. Dlamini departed yesterday morning and will be based in Australia for this period. We wish her every success. Siwakhile, carry the Eswatini flag high and make us proud,” the statement conveyed.

Expressing her excitement, Dlamini described this opportunity as a rare jewel in her swimming journey. “I am immensely thankful to God for this incredible chance. I am committed to working hard and doing everything within my power to reach my goals. I look forward to learning new techniques and creating unforgettable memories during my time in Australia. While I am filled with anticipation, I must admit I’m also a bit nervous, as I embark on this new adventure,” she remarked.

Pride

ESA Secretary General Nozipho Mahlalela shared her pride in Dlamini’s achievement, highlighting the significance of this milestone for the association. “We are elated to see one of our athletes, Siwakhile Dlamini, reach such a remarkable achievement. This exemplifies the spirit of sport and the potential that stems from dedication and hard work. We are confident that this opportunity will elevate her career. Siwakhile is a passionate and determined swimmer, and we believe she will seize this chance to reach new heights,” Mahlalela stated.

Mahlalela further noted that Dlamini’s success heralds the beginning of more opportunities for the Eswatini swimming community. She expressed optimism that, with continued perseverance, other ESA athletes will also secure scholarships and opportunities to represent Eswatini on the global stage. Notably, Australia is often referred to as the ‘Swimming Nation’. This is another country with a rich history of Olympic swimming success. With its warm climate and numerous outdoor pools, swimming is a way of life for many Australians.
Last year, the talented swimmer was awarded a World Aquatics scholarship to study and train in Phuket, Thailand, marking another significant milestone in her burgeoning career.

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