LOBAMBA – Senate President Lindiwe Dlamini has declared His Majesty King Mswati III’s 40-year reign a cornerstone of national stability, describing it as a ‘catalyst of hope, progress and endurance’ during the official Opening of the Third Session of the 12th Parliament.
Delivering her remarks at the State Opening yesterday, Dlamini offered a sweeping tribute to the King’s leadership since his enthronement in 1986, praising the transformation of Eswatini’s socio-economic landscape under his guidance. She highlighted outstanding modern road infrastructure, international gateways, expansion of industrial hubs and extensive rural electrification as tangible evidence of the King’s vision turning “aspirations into a living reality.” “Since the moment of your enthronement in 1986, your wise leadership has been the cornerstone of our national identity, fostering a sanctuary of peace in a turbulent world,” Dlamini said.
The Senate President emphasised that beyond economic growth, the nation gives thanks for ‘the intangible spirit of unity’ nurtured by the King, noting that he has masterfully balanced economic modernisation with the preservation of Eswatini’s sacred cultural heritage. She referenced the recent Incwala pilgrimage as a powerful demonstration of culture fortifying national unity and defining the common identity of emaSwati as a sovereign people.
Dlamini also acknowledged the King’s spiritual stewardship, recalling his exhortation for the nation to seek agape love, which she described as ‘a divine mandate’ and the key ingredient for a bright future. “Without genuine love, life loses its meaning,” she said, adding that the National Opening Prayer Service served as a reminder that national strength is found only in resting in God’s providence.
“We are truly a blessed nation, to be led by a King who not only rules with wisdom, but kneels in prayer alongside his people, anchoring our future in the grace of God,” Dlamini said.
Turning to contemporary challenges, the Senate President addressed the global threat of climate change, now manifesting in increasingly severe weather conditions. She confirmed that Parliament remains committed to engaging with and adopting international strategies designed to build national resilience against these shifting environmental realities.
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Parly launches history book to chronicle monarchical democracy
LOBAMBA – Parliament has launched a comprehensive history book documenting the legislative journey of Eswatini’s monarchical democracy, coinciding with the official Opening of the Third Session of the 12th Parliament yesterday.
Senate President Lindiwe Dlamini announced the milestone during her remarks at the State Opening, describing the Parliament History Book as ‘a record of our legislative journey and a testament to the resilience and growth of our monarchial democracy’. The launch took place under the gracious hand of His Majesty King Mswati III, who officially opened the new session.
In addition to the history book, Dlamini unveiled the Parliament Studio, a modern facility designed to enhance communication, transparency and engagement between Parliament and the citizens of Eswatini. The studio represents a significant step forward in the institution’s efforts to modernise and connect more effectively with the public.
Reporting on Parliament’s legislative achievements, Dlamini informed Their Majesties and the assembled dignitaries that the 12th Parliament has successfully passed 19 primary Acts of legislation and six instruments of subordinate legislation. These legal frameworks, she explained, involved extensive stakeholder participation and are specifically designed to strengthen the pillars of society, while ensuring that laws evolve to meet modern needs. “These legal frameworks, which involved extensive stakeholder participation, are specifically designed to strengthen the pillars of our society, ensuring that our laws evolve to meet the modern needs of our nation while upholding the peace and stability that have defined your forty years of excellence,” Dlamini said.
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