Cake Baking Eswatini proudly announces the launch of the King’s Birthday Cake Challenge, inspired by the vision shared by His Majesty King Mswati III during the Speech from the Throne.
His Majesty emphasised the importance of empowering citizens, creating opportunities, and encouraging participation in the nation’s economic development.
This initiative will bring together talented bakers from across the Kingdom to celebrate creativity, entrepreneurship and the art of baking. Winners from the upcoming Bakers Awards scheduled for March 28, 2026, will be invited to participate in the challenge, providing a platform for both young and experienced bakers to showcase their skills, while honouring His Majesty’s birthday. The King’s Birthday Cake Challenge highlights how baking can contribute to skills development, job creation and entrepreneurship, while fostering unity and creativity within the baking community. It also serves as an opportunity to showcase the talent and innovation within Eswatini’s baking industry.
Guest baker announcement. Cake Baking Eswatini is proud to announce that Make Helen Shabangu, a pioneer in Eswatini’s baking industry with over 30 years of experience, will be the Guest Baker at the Bakers Awards. Helen began her baking journey during a time when supplies were limited, and her story exemplifies resilience, passion, and dedication to the craft.
Make Helen Shabangu will share her experiences, including the challenges early bakers faced and the significance of the Bakers Awards for the future of the baking community.
The judging panel will also feature Nonhlanhla Ndzimadze, a creative baker and social media artist, whose expertise will ensure fair and professional evaluations.
Registration for Bakers Awards
Registrations are currently underway with strong participation:
- Manzini: 54.5 per cent
- Hhohho: 27.3 per cent
- Lubombo: 18.2 per cent
- Shiselweni: 0 per cent
Young people and women are leading in registrations. Bakers are reminded that registration must be completed through the official Google Form and payment must be made. Payment alone does not qualify a participant.
Cake Baking Eswatini encourages all bakers to participate, unite and contribute their best to the baking industry, answering the call of His Majesty. This event is more than an awards ceremony; it is a celebration of Eswatini’s baking talent and a platform to foster growth and innovation within the industry.
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