Eswatini Ministry of Home Affairs

Despite record-breaking traffic volumes at Ngwenya border post, Eswatini immigration officers demonstrated exceptional efficiency by streamlining passport processing procedures. Innovative measures, including vehicle inspections without requiring travelers to leave their cars, helped reduce wait times and prevent internal queues. This swift response highlights the importance of adaptive border management during peak travel periods and sets a benchmark for other border agencies facing similar challenges.

INNOVATIVE BORDER PROCEDURES REDUCE CONGESTION AT ESWATINI BORDER POST Travelers queuing at Ngwenya border Post (pic Eswatini Observer) To combat long queues and traffic congestion, Eswatini immigration office...

Eswatini welcomed 26,774 arrivals between Thursday and Friday ahead of the MTN Bushfire Festival weekend.

Ngwenya Border Post recorded the highest traffic with 12,517 arrivals, while 32 aircrafts landed at King Mswati III Internatiinal Airport during the same period, reflecting continued interest in one of Africa’s leading festivals.

Thank you to all border officials and stakeholders working to ensure a seamless travel experience for our guests.

[PHOTOS]: His Majesty King Mswati III today at the Ludzidzini Royal Residence Arena expressed his gratitude and bid farewell to the leader of the Nazareth Church, 'Unyazi lwezulu,' along with church members, marking the conclusion of a two-week prayer service held across various parts of the country.

HER MAJESTY THE INDLOVUKAZI JOINS THOUSANDS OF NAZARETH BAPTIST CHURCH MEMBERS IN PRAYER

Her Majesty the Indlovukazi today joined thousands of members of the Nazareth Baptist Church (Shembe) in a solemn prayer service held at the Ludzidzini Royal Residence. The gathering was marked by a powerful message from His Holiness Mduduzi Shembe, who urged the royal family and congregants to remain united and strong in their faith.

During his address, His Holiness called on members of the royal family to be a protective shield for the King at all times. He also used the occasion to caution worshippers against allowing divisions and distractions fueled by social media criticism to weaken the church community.

“Fighting leaders is someone who is not wise,” he warned, emphasizing that insults and negative comments directed at church leadership on platforms like TikTok should not be allowed to destabilize the faith community. He encouraged the congregation to reject voices that seek to divide and instead remain united and humble, particularly in their respect and conduct towards their Majesties and spiritual leaders.

Reading from Ephesians 6:10, His Holiness reminded Emaswati to focus their efforts away from evil and not allow the devil to sow discord within the church. “Shembe opens doors which are closed, and where there is darkness, light arrives,” he said, inspiring renewed faith and unity among worshippers.

The prayer service was a poignant reminder of the strength found in unity and devotion within Eswatini’s spiritual communities.

The Ngwenya Border Post has experienced a significant influx of travelers following a busy weekend filled with events such as the MTN Bushfire Festival and the Nazareth Baptist Church prayer. Here's a summary of the crossing statistics:

Over 6,600 arrived at the border in the past 18 hours. as follows:
Drivers: 1,810
Passengers: 631
Pedestrians: 4,159
Cyclists: 1

Departures Recorded: 2,779

This data reflects high activity at the border, likely due to the large crowds attending the weekend events.

TRAVEL DOCUMENTS DISTRIBUTION ACCELERATES AS OVER 3, 500 PRINTED

Since Monday, 25 May 2026, a total of 3,599 travel documents have been printed across the country, as the Ministry of Home Affairs works tirelessly to address the recent shortage affecting passport availability.

In response to the backlog, the Ministry assures all Emaswati that every applicant who made a request for travel documents has either received their passports or will do so shortly. The printing and distribution process is ongoing, with immigration officers working extra hours and weekends to ensure the backlog is cleared within the stipulated four-week timeframe.

Over the past five days, the distribution has been as follows:
Mbabane HQ: 1,160
Piggs Peak: 284
Manzini: 409
Mnkayane: 198
Nhlangano: 335
Hlathikhulu: 88
Siteki: 97
Siphofaneni: 233
Matata: 248
Hluthi: 18
Simunye: 262

The Ministry remains committed to ensuring all Emaswati receive their travel documents promptly. Additionally, the ministry extends gratitude to the public for their patience and understanding during this period of high demand and logistical adjustments.

Children from Malindza Refugee Camp captivated audiences today with a beautiful Rwandan cultural dance performance at the Bush Fire Vibe event in Malkerns. Marking their third participation in this vibrant celebration, the children once again left attendees inspired and filled with excitement.

The lively atmosphere of Bush Fire Vibe offered the young performers a unique opportunity to immerse themselves in a rich tapestry of cultures, arts, and performances showcased throughout the day. The children thoroughly enjoyed engaging with the diverse cultural expressions and the electric energy of the event.

The Commissioner for Refugees, Zanele Mlambo, conveyed her sincere appreciation to the European Union for making this unforgettable and significant experience possible. Thanks to their support, these children have been able to expand their horizons through cultural exchange and creative expression..

Looking ahead, the children are eagerly anticipating future opportunities to celebrate, learn, and share in the joy of cultural diversity at upcoming events.