July 15, 2021 The European Union, United States, and United Kingdom missions welcome the calling of a Sibaya which allows HM King Mswati III to address his people, and represents an initial opportunity for citizens to express their views. It is critically important that HM King Mswati III, the Government of the Kingdom of Eswatini, …
Read More» Honest dialogue, accountability needed now July 8, 2021 We urge HM King Mswati III, the Government of the Kingdom of Eswatini, and SADC to listen to the concerns of all stakeholders and to facilitate genuine dialogue to open the space for reform and to resolve the situation peacefully and productively. We are disappointed that the …
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Joint Statement – EU, Taiwan, UK, and U.S. Missions July 4, 2021 The EU, Taiwan, UK, and U.S. Missions in Eswatini welcome the arrival of the Troika of the Southern African Development Community (SADC) Organ for Politics, Defence and Security, and support its objective to facilitate broad based dialogue involving all stakeholders. It is critical …
Read More» January 15, 2020 Eswatini’s Minister of Commerce, Industry, and Trade and Acting Minister of Information, Communications and Technology Manqoba Khumalo and U.S. Under Secretary of State Keith Krach agreed on the importance of securing telecommunications infrastructure and ensuring safe technology supply chains based on internationally accepted digital trust standards. They express their commitment to safeguarding …
Read More» December 10, 2020 United States Provides Assistance to Bolster Women’s Economic Opportunities U.S. Ambassador Lisa Peterson is pleased to announce that the United States is providing Eswatini $1 million in financial assistance to bolster women’s economic opportunities in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic. The assistance will pay for a three-year W-GDP Women’s Employment for …
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With large gatherings now impossible, the U.S. Embassy has decided to take our annual 4th of July thoughts from a podium in Ezulwini to a newspaper in your home. This would have been my fifth Independence Day celebration in Eswatini. I write feeling the weight of a pending departure, the tension of recent events in …
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During my four years as U.S. Ambassador to Eswatini, one of my highest priorities has been partnering with the Government of the Kingdom of Eswatini to improve the health of emaSwati. The United States has long been a partner in the fight against the HIV/AIDS epidemic in Eswatini, and, through PEPFAR, our investment in HIV …
Read More» The U.S. Embassy in Eswatini is proud to announce that the United States is dedicating goods and services valued at nearly E94 million to the Kingdom of Eswatini’s efforts to combat COVID-19. This substantial assistance package will help the government of Eswatini prevent, detect, and respond to the virus. Specifically, the funding will: · Equip …
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Due to the extraordinary circumstances surrounding the global pandemic of COVID-19, the U.S. Embassy in Eswatini, in consultation with the Government of the Kingdom of Eswatini, has arranged a flight for American citizens to return home. The flight is a Boeing 777 operated by Ethiopian Airlines that departs Friday, April 10, 2020 from King Mswati …
Read More» In response to the growing threat of COVID-19 and given the need for social distancing to slow the spread of the virus, the U.S. Embassy has taken the decision to suspend the operations of our American Spaces from March 18, 2020 until further notice. This includes the closure of our Information Resource Center (IRC) at the U.S. Embassy, …
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Representative of His Excellency, the Right Honorable Prime Minister of the Kingdom of Eswatini, Their Royal Highnesses, Program Director, Chiefs, Regional Administrators, Honorable Ministers, Members of Both Houses of Parliament, United Nations Resident Coordinator, Representatives of the United Nations Family, Her Excellency, EU Ambassador to Eswatini, Chairperson and Council Members of NERCHA, Executive Director of …
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Honourable Minister of Health, Senator Lizzie Nkosi National Commissioner of Police Hhohho Regional Administrator Principal Regional Health Administrator Senior Health and Police Officers Present PEPFAR team members Implementing Partners Ladies and Gentlemen Good Morning. It is an honour for me to be part of this important event today launching two Police Wellness Clinics in the …
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Op-Ed by Ambassador Lisa J Peterson Thoughts from a “Sleepy Donor” An article in one of the national dailies recently declared: “Corruption Rife in Eswatini – USA.” This article, which bore a striking resemblance to a piece on AllAfrica.com, presented the U.S. Department of State’s annual Human Rights Report as if it was predominantly focused …
Read More» Embassy of the United States of America Public Diplomacy Office October 23, 2018 Op-Ed by Ambassador Lisa J Peterson Constitution Matters I am disappointed, disheartened, and disturbed that parliamentary appointments made by the Palace disregard explicit provisions of the country’s constitution. The terms are quite simple: among the members of the House of Assembly appointed by …
Read More» WiSci Girls STEAM Camp in Namibia Began June 17 The fourth WiSci (Women in Science) Girls STEAM Camp is taking place in Namibia, June 17-29, 2018. WiSci is a public-private partnership designed to impart skills to and create opportunities for high school girls in science, technology, engineering, arts and design, and mathematics (STEAM). The 2018 …
Read More» Innovative Tool to Assist Community Leaders Make Informed Decisions for an Improved HIV Response Manzini – At a meeting organized by the Ministry of Tinkhundla Administration and Development, the Honorable Mduduzi Dlamini, introduced the innovative Community Data for Action Platform or CDAP. The National Executive Director of NERCHA, Mr. Khanya Mabuza introduced the background and …
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Key findings from the second Swaziland HIV Incidence Measurement Survey, SHIMS 2, 2016, reveal impressive progress in confronting the HIV epidemic in the country. Results show a doubling in population viral load suppression since 2011 and a decrease by nearly half in the rate of new HIV infections. The findings were released on July 24, …
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Embassy of the United States of America Mbabane PRESS STATEMENT March 24, 2017 “THE LUCKY SPECIALS” Delivers Powerful Message about Tuberculosis Control and Treatment through Unique African Musical Story Mbabane, Swaziland: For World Tuberculosis Day, Swaziland’s Director of Health and the United States Ambassador to Swaziland opened a premier of the film “THE LUCKY SPECIALS.” The …
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Five Swazi High School Students to participate in a U.S. Exchange Program This April, five Swazi high school students and a mentor will take part in the Pan-Africa Youth Leadership Program (PAYLP), a three-week, intensive exchange program in the U.S. that includes leadership training and service, community site visits, oral presentations, conflict resolution guidance, cultural …
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US Ambassador to Swaziland, HE Lisa Peterson, today, officially launched initiatives that will provide 4,625MT of food, 66MT of seed, 6,000 bales of hay and potable water to over 50,000 people who have been negatively impacted by the El Niño-induced drought in twelve (12) constituencies across the 4 regions in the country. The launch took …
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United States Assistant Secretary for African Affairs, Linda Thomas-Greenfield, arrived in the country on September 28, 2016 for a one-day visit. While in the country, Assistant Secretary Thomas-Greenfield attended a high level closed meeting with King Mswati III. She also visited a local US Government funded project in Matsapha, which is a mobile clinic that …
Read More» In an important symbol of the enduring commitment and ongoing relationship between the United States and Swaziland, U.S. State Department Under Secretary for Management, Patrick F. Kennedy; Principal Deputy Director of the Bureau of Overseas Buildings Operations, William H. Moser; and U.S. Ambassador to Swaziland Lisa Peterson, alongside Swazi Government officials, dedicated the new U.S. …
Read More» Anti-TB drug could offer new hope for TB patients with limited treatment options Today the Ministry of Health and the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) announced that a new treatment for multidrug-resistant tuberculosis (MDR-TB), Bedaquiline, is available in Swaziland via a donation program through USAID and Janssen Therapeutics, Division of Janssen Products, LP …
Read More» Ntambande Neighborhood Care Point was officially launched thanks to funding from the U.S. Ambassador’s Special Self Help Program. On June 10, Ambassador Lisa Peterson launched Ntambande Neighborhood Care Point at Mpolonjeni worth E103, 125.00 Since 2011, together with other partners, SHAMBA Trust has delivered quality preschool education and nutrition to the neediest children in Nkoyoyo. …
Read More» The U.S. Government is pleased to announce that through the President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR) program, the Nsingweni Ekuphileni clinic and eBulandzeni clinic have been renovated and handed over to the Swazi community. Following a request from the Ministry of Health to assist in increasing HIV services in Hhohho region, PEPFAR provided E2.7 …
Read More» The Acts 11 Clinic now has a clean, constant water supply thanks to the funding of the U.S. Ambassador’s Special Self Help Fund. On October 09, Consul Carla Nadeau launched a borehole water system at the clinic worth E36,462.70. In addition to providing drinking water, plans are being made to use the water to assist …
Read More» As Swaziland continues to lead in the fight against HIV/AIDS, the United States Government remains firm in its partnership with the people of Swaziland, to ensure that anyone who needs critical lifesaving TB and HIV/AIDS treatment, is able to access these services. On October 14, 2015, the U.S. Ambassador Makila James, joined by the Deputy …
Read More» The entry period for the U.S. Diversity Visa-2017 opens at noon, Eastern Daylight Time, Thursday, October 1, 2015, and closes at noon, Eastern Standard Time, Tuesday, November 3, 2015. DV entries are accepted ONLY through the E-DV site, www.dvlottery.state.gov , which has complete instructions. There is no paper application. There is no fee to enter. Applicants …
Read More» United States’ Ambassador to Swaziland, Makila James, attended a “Rise to the Test” event in Siphocosini on Saturday, September 26, 2015 to support and encourage Swazi youth to take a stand against HIV/AIDS. The event was hosted by the Boys Reaching Out (BRO) and Girls Leading Our World (GLOW) clubs of Siphocosini High School. This …
Read More» The United States Government, through the Department of Defense (DOD), funded the construction of a library and an administration building for Nzongomane Primary School in the Shiselweni Region. This project was funded through the United States Department of Defense’s Humanitarian Assistance Program at a cost of $200,000 (over E2million). The U.S. Government sponsored the construction …
Read More» The United States Government, through a collaboration between the U.S. Department of Labor and U.S. Department of State, sponsored a three-day mediation training for the Commissioners of the Conciliation, Mediation & Arbitration Commission (CMAC) of Swaziland. The two trainers from the U.S. Federal Mediation and Conciliation Service (FMCS) brought with them over 40 years of …
Read More» Embassy staff member Bill Bridgeland reads “Julius, the Baby of the World,” an American children’s book written by Kevin Henkes , as part of our weekly story time program at the Mbabane Public Library. In addition to being a great children’s book, “Julius, the Baby of the World,” also helps children understand the issue of sibling rivalry …
Read More» The Ministry of Health (MOH) and its stakeholders gathered at the Mbabane Hospital Laboratory Complex today for an official handover of five customized vehicles donated to the Swaziland Health Laboratory Service (SHLS) by the United States Government through its President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR) program. Minister of Health Sibongile Ndlela-Simelane attended the ceremony …
Read More» The United States Government celebrates the release of human rights lawyer Thulani Maseko and The Nation Magazine editor Bheki Makhubu after spending nearly fifteen months in prison for writing articles criticizing the Swazi judiciary. Their release is a victory for the democratic principles of freedom of speech, freedom of expression, and freedom of the press. …
Read More» Through the U.S. Government’s President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR), the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) provided medical supplies and equipment worth $350,000 to His Majesty’s Correctional Services. His Majesty’s Correctional Services are part of the Swaziland Uniformed Services Alliance on HIV/AIDS, which also includes the Umbutfo Swaziland Defence Force (USDF), the Royal Swaziland …
Read More» The United States Government, though the President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR), has provided support to establish a comprehensive TB/HIV clinic and laboratory at Matsapha Correctional Institution worth over US$70,000 (approximately E735,000). The clinic and laboratory have been fully operational since July 2014, providing much needed TB detection and care services. The clinic has …
Read More» The President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR) has provided support to an establishment of a comprehensive TB/HIV clinic and a laboratory at Matsapha Correctional Institution worth over US$70,000 (approximately E735000). The clinic and laboratory has been fully operational since July 2014 providing much need TB detection and care services. The clinic has two consultation …
Read More» In order to help combat HIV in Swaziland, the United States Government, through the U.S. Centers for Disease Control (CDC) and with funding from the President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR), supported the refurbishment of a laboratory and provided equipment for the Kingdom of Swaziland’s first Medical Laboratory Sciences (MLS) program. This donation from …
Read More» The United States Government, Coca-Cola-Swaziland, and the Matsapha Town Council have joined forces through a public-private partnership (PPP) to support the Government of the Kingdom of Swaziland (GKoS) in their fight against the HIV/TB pandemic. The partnership will specifically focus on improving the health and productivity of the workforce in the greater Matsapha area. This …
Read More» The United States Government, through its Department of Defense HIV/AIDS Prevention Program (DHAPP), partnered with Project C.U.R.E., an international nonprofit organization based in the United States, to provide the Umbutfo Swaziland Defense Force (USDF), Correctional Services, and Hospice at Home with over $1,149,479 (approximately E12,300,585) worth of medical supplies and equipment. These supplies and equipment …
Read More» The Unites States Government has worked closely with the Government of the Kingdom of Swaziland to assist them in producing the National Electricity Grid Code, a document that establishes the rules and procedures for the users of Swaziland’s power system. The Grid Code will encourage clean energy expansion, facilitate competition, and promote the security, reliability, …
Read More» On January 15, the U.S. Ambassador to Swaziland, Makila James hosted a special ceremony to celebrate Martin Luther King’s legacy featuring guests from across Swazi society: government officials, members of civil society, artists, youth leaders, religious leaders, and members of the diplomatic corps to officially commemorate the anniversary of the March on Washington. The distinguished guests …
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