The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) in collaboration with the Ministry of Agriculture and public and private sector partners celebrated World Pulses Day. The event, celebrated under the theme “Pulses of the world: from modesty to excellence,” presents a unique opportunity to raise public awareness about pulses.

Mhlume, Eswatini - In the framework of supporting activities related to disaster risk reduction and recovery, the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO), in cooperation with the National Disaster Risk Management Authority (NDRMA) and supported by the Ministry of Agriculture, who are part of the Anticipatory Action Technical Working Group (AATWG).

In the framework of supporting the accelerated implementation of food systems transformation pathways in Eswatini. The Ministry of Agriculture with support from the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO)  convened stakeholders to validate the Sector Development Plan Agreements (SDPAs).

Ezulwini, Eswatini - The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO)  in  collaboration with Eswatini Environment Authority and the National Disaster Risk Management Authority (NDRMA)  concluded a national multi-stakeholder consultation workshop to review and finalize the Eswatini National Drought Plan (NDP) 2030.

Mbabane, Eswatini -The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) has launched the GEF-8 Food Systems Transformation Project to address Eswatini’s food security and environmental concerns.

FAO concludes training of extension officers on apiculture management to empower beekeeping, livelihoods amd pollination in Eswatini. 

Eswatini’s Minister for Agriculture Mandla Tshawuka joined FAO and partners at Mkhiweni Inkhundla to mark World Food Day and FAO’s 80th anniversary, spotlighting climate-resilient dams and collective action for sustainable food security.

The Government of Eswatini in partnership with the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO), the Southern African Development Community (SADC) Secretariat, and the European Union (EU), today launched the second phase of the project Support Towards the Operationalization of the SADC Regional Agricultural Policy (STOSAR II).

FAO highlights collaboration with Eswatini on World Food Safety Day to strengthen food safety legislation and build capacity for sustainable agrifood systems amid rising public health and environmental challenges.

Manzini – The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) has partnered with the Ministry of Agriculture to launch the Irrigation Master Plan, at The George Hotel, in Manzini.

Manzini, Eswatini – The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO), in collaboration with the National Agricultural Marketing Board (NAMBOARD) and the Ministry of Agriculture, successfully conducted a training workshop on baby vegetable production. 

The FAO Subregional Coordinator for Southern Africa Patrice Talla Takoukam (4th L), and Assistant FAO Representative Howard Mbuyisa captured during the Annual Planning Meeting for FAO Eswatini country-office, which was held from the 12th – 15th February 2025, at Royal Villas, Ezulwini. 

The FAO Subregional Coordinator for Southern Africa and FAO Representative (FAOR) Patrice Talla looks on during the official handover of the National Geo-Observatory Lab furniture and IT equipment. The event was held at the Municipal Council of Manzini.

By Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) Assistant Director-General and Regional Representative for Africa Abebe Haile-Gabriel and FAO Director of the Plant Production and Protection Division Yurdi Yasmi.  

Ezulwini: In a groundbreaking collaboration between the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) and the Ministry of Agriculture, the Agriculture and Capacity Enhancement (ACE) Programme.....

Mbabane – The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) has supported the Government of Eswatini to launch the Agriculture Business and Investment Forum, held from 18^th - 19^th September 2024, in Manzini. The event......

Mbabane, Eswatini – The Deputy FAO Representative for Eswatini, Zimbabwe, and Lesotho, Louis Muhigirwa, has wrapped up a two-week mission focusing on the promising coffee sector in Eswatini. His visit included a field exploration......

Ezulwini - The Eswatini National Plant Health Inspection Services (NaPHIS), working in collaboration with the International Plant Protection Convention (IPPC) Secretariat, and other partners – including the.......

In a major effort to revitalize agriculture in the Kingdom of Eswatini, the European Union and FAO have helped over 20,000 smallholder farmers produce more, higher-quality food and connect with new markets. Agriculture is on its way to become a key driver of Swaziland’s development.

Mbabane - The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) in partnership with the SADC Secretariat, through.....