Press Briefing on the occasion of World Food Safety Day 2026

08/06/2026

As FAO, we are pleased to join the people of Eswatini and the global community in reaffirming a simple but powerful message: food safety is everyone’s business. Safe food protects health, supports good nutrition, strengthens livelihoods, and builds trust in our agrifood systems.

Validation Workshop of the Eswatini National Drought Plan 2030

29/05/2026

Drought is a silent but devastating hazard whose impacts are felt across multiple sectors including agriculture, water, energy, ecosystems, and human development. In Eswatini, drought continues to undermine agricultural productivity, food security, water availability, and economic stability.

Launch of the GEF8 Food Systems Transformation Project

19/03/2026

It is an honor to join you for the official launch of the GEF-8 Food Systems Transformation Project in Eswatini, which is a milestone in our shared effort to build sustainable, resilient and inclusive food systems for the Kingdom.

Submission of Eswatini Bank’s Accreditation Application to the Green Climate Fund

19/03/2026

This is a truly momentous milestone, not only for Eswatini Bank, not only for the Green Climate Fund Readiness Project, but for the entire nation of Eswatini.

Support Towards The Operationalization of the SADC Regional Agricultural Policy Project (STOSAR II) Launch

01/10/2025

It is with great honour and enthusiasm that I join you this morning at the official launch of the second phase of the project “Support Towards the Operationalization of the SADC Regional Agricultural Policy” better known as STOSAR II.

Inception Workshop of the project titled 'Support to the Control of Ticks and Tick-Borne Diseases in Eswatini'

26/06/2025

The challenges we face today are compounded by the effects of climate change. Rising temperatures have led to an increase in tick populations, their types, activity levels, and geographical distribution. This has resulted in a surge in TBDs and tick-related issues such as abscesses, mastitis, and sweating sickness, which further undermine livestock productivity.

Validation Workshop for the Project ‘Public and private investment in sustainable Green cities, Green spaces and Urban Agriculture.’

14/05/2025

It is an honor to stand before such a distinguished gathering of experts, stakeholders, government officials, development partners, and community leaders—each of you committed to building a more sustainable, climate-resilient, and equitable future for Eswatini’s urban and peri-urban communities.

Irrigation Master Plan (IMP) Inception Workshop

01/04/2025

It is an honour to join you today at this workshop, which marks the beginning of Eswatini's Irrigation Master Plan. This project represents a significant step forward in fortifying the country’s agricultural resilience......

Agriculture Business and Investment Forum 2024, Eswatini

18/09/2024

The theme of this investment forum is MOBILISING AGRI-FOOD SECTOR PARTNERS TO TRANSFORM AGRICULTURE. This platform today offers a mechanism for change, for greater collaboration and commitment to do more for a food secure future.

The Handover of Furniture and IT Equipment to the Eswatini Local Government Association (ELGA)

12/02/2025

In September 2020, FAO launched the Green Cities Initiative (GCI) with a vision to transform urban spaces by promoting sustainable urban regeneration, enhancing the well-being of city dwellers, and supporting climate adaptation and mitigation efforts.