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OCOP Project farmer group selected as one of the beneficiaries on the project based at Luve, Manzini.

FAO in Eswatini

Eswatini joined the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) in 1971, and the country office was established in the mid-1990s. The FAO is committed to providing comprehensive assistance to its member countries. In Eswatini, this support encompasses Technical Cooperation Programs, regional initiatives, and both bilateral and multilateral programs. For the Country Programming Framework 2022-25, the FAO seeks to mobilize approximately USD 68 million through various projects. Furthermore, FAO Eswatini serves as the Government Accredited Entity, facilitating access to the Green Climate Fund (GCF).

Highlights

ePhyto Solution Sensitization Training of Industry Players.

Eswatini Strengthens Plant Health Certification and Trade Facilitation through ePhyto training

Mbabane, Eswatini – In the framework of strengthening agricultural trade systems, enhancing food security, and advancing regional integration, the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) in cooperation with the Ministry of Agriculture through the STOSAR II project facilitated an ePhyto Training for plant products industry players.

CAADP - Kampala Domestication Workshop to prepare for BR 2026

FAO and Eswatini Government strengthen the CAADP Kampala Domestication Process to promote economic growth

Manzini, Eswatini - The worsening food security and slow progress towards global nutrition targets demand increased efforts to achieve a world without hunger and malnutrition by 2030. The Ministry of Agriculture with support from FAO is strengthening the domestication process of CAADP Kampala Declaration to support member countries in mobilizing and coordinating public and private sector partners.

Hon. Mandla Tshawuka, the Minister of Agriculture of the Kingdom of Eswatini, talks at the World Food Forum Southern Africa presentations of the Hand-in-Hand Regional Initiatives investment plans in the Austria Room

VIDEO

Government of Eswatini: Investment cases in Eswatini

Hon. Mandla Tshawuka, the Minister of Agriculture of the Kingdom of Eswatini, talks at the World Food Forum Southern Africa presentations of the Hand-in-Hand Regional Initiatives investment plans in the Austria Room.

Smallholder farmers group in Eswatini (Bancobi) / FAO

PUBLICATION

Strengthening food control and phytosanitary capacities and governance

Improving food control and plant health through assessments and evaluations in 11 African Union Member Countries.

News

FAO supports Eswatini in strengthening foot-and-mouth disease control and livestock resilience

24/10/2026

FAO support strengthens vaccination, surveillance and biosecurity as Eswatini reports zero active foot-and-mouth disease cases and advances efforts to safeguard livestock and restore safe agricultural trade.

FAO calls for stronger partnerships, science-driven innovation and investment to advance resilient seed systems in Africa

20/10/2026

FAO, the African Union Commission, the Government of Eswatini and partners call for coordinated action, science-driven innovation and sustained investment to ensure farmers across Africa have access to quality, affordable and climate-resilient seeds.

FAO Representative Ms. Rosanne Marchesich presents credentials to the Government of the Kingdom of Eswatini

01/10/2026

FAO has officially appointed Rosanne Marchesich as the new FAO Representative to Eswatini. Ms. Rosanne officially commenced her assignment following the formal presentation of their Letters of Credence to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation on 1 October 2026.

Fusarium Wilt Recognition and Management Training 15 Sept 2026

FAO strengthens banana biosecurity through Fusarium Wilt recognition and management training

15/09/2026

Government of Kingdom of Eswatini, FAO, SADC with support from the European Union are strengthening banana biosecurity through a new training on Fusarium Wilt recognition and management. The initiative builds national surveillance capacity and proactive measures to protect livelihoods and the banana value chain.

Regulatory_Impact_Assessment_(RIA)_of_Food_Safety_Governance_06_08_2026

FAO and Government of Eswatini pioneer Regulatory Impact Assessment to strengthen food safety governance

07/08/2026

Ezulwini, Eswatini – Strengthening legal and regulatory frameworks is fundamental to achieving food security, protecting public health, and enabling trade across agricultural supply chains. To advance these national priorities, the Government of Eswatini through the Ministry of Justice and Constitutional Affairs in collaboration with the Ministries of Agriculture and Health, recently conducted a comprehensive RIA workshop focused on national food safety governance.

Publications

FAO Eswatini Newsletter, 1st Quarter – Issue #2

01/07/2026

This FAO Eswatini Newsletter, 1st quarter – Issue #2, covers updates that from the Representation’s work and support to the Government of Eswatini for...

FAO Eswatini Newsletter 2025, July 2025 – Issue #1

01/07/2025

The recent quarter of the FAO Eswatini Newsletter highlights a period of accomplishments from January to July 2025, dedicated to advancing Eswatini’s...

Investing in trade digitalization: the case of ePhyto

01/03/2025

Global trade in plants and plant products is rapidly expanding – more than doubling in some cases – and set to grow another 11 percent by 2032. Yet,...

FAOSTAT Country Profile

FAO Eswatini Newsletter, 1st Quarter – Issue #2

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FAO Representation in Eswatini
Ministry of Agriculture Headquarters
1st Floor, Eswatini
PO Box 6116 Mbabane
Email: [email protected]
Telephone: (+268) 2404 1518

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