LOBAMBA – Legendary Soul Brothers keyboardist Black Moses Ngwenya personally greeted His Majesty King Mswati III following the group’s performance on Friday, February 20, 2026.
The interaction occurred on stage during the luncheon following the official State Opening of the Third Session of the 12th Parliament of the Kingdom of Eswatini.
As the Soul Brothers were preparing to descend the stage at the conclusion of their set in the marquee, the MC said that people would like to see ‘The famous Black Moses’ of Soul Brothers. Whilethey were packing their instruments on stage, Ngwenya stepped forward and greeted the King. During the brief exchange, the Mbaqanga icon expressed his formal appreciation for the invitation to perform at the national event.
In an interview, Ngwenya appreciated the invitation to open the parliament stating: “We are truly humbled to perform at the official Opening of the Third Session of the 12th Parliament. We performed very well in front of the King, and he really enjoyed the performance and everyone at the event. We appreciate the continued booking in Eswatini and we hope to come back again to perform.” The greeting took place in the presence of various dignitaries, including members of the royal family, diplomats and parliamentarians, as the formal proceedings transitioned from the legislative ‘Speech from the Throne’ to the celebratory luncheon.
Following the passing of lead vocalist David Masondo in 2015, Black Moses Ngwenya has remained the primary custodian of the group’s legacy.
Under his direction, the Soul Brothers continue to tour and perform, maintaining their status as one of the longest-running active musical groups in the region. The Soul Brothers hold a historical and deep-rooted connection to the Kingdom of Eswatini, dating back to the group’s formative years in the 1970s.
The group has frequently been engaged for high-profile performances in the kingdom, reflecting their enduring relevance to the local audience. Their distinct ‘Hamilton sound’, characterised by Ngwenya’s Hammond organ and the late David Masondo’s vocals, has maintained a consistent following in the country for five decades.
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