by translator coordinator | May 25, 2023 | Uncategorized
Africa Day, formerly African Freedom Day and African Liberation Day, is the annual commemoration of the foundation of the Organization of African Unity (OAU) on May 25, 1963. It is intended to celebrate and acknowledge the successes of the OAU, now the African Union (AU) from its creation in the fight against colonialism as well as the progress that Africa has made while reflecting upon the common challenges that the continent faces.
The Embassy of participated in the event and showcased the traditional cuisine that was dished to people from other African countries. Also, several trade and investment booklet and pamphlets as well as traditional and cultural artifacts were displayed.
by translator coordinator | May 7, 2023 | Uncategorized
The Embassy of the Kingdom of Eswatini to the Kingdom of Morocco had the honor of attending the 15th Edition of the Moroccan International Agricultural Trade Fair which took place in Meknes from the 2nd to 7th of May 2023. The agricultural sector is an essential core of the economy of Morocco, it is a major player in rural development, responsible for the social stability of the country, and is the proof of safety for future generations. To that end, the SIAM, through its role as a platform for exchanges, connections, and exposure, is contributing to the development of the agricultural sector. International exhibitors optimize their presence at the Show, help multiply business opportunities, and strengthen their impact on the global market.
Mr. Jabulani Mabuza, the Honorable Minister of Agriculture, led the delegation from the Kingdom of Eswatini. He also attended a high-level conference that took place on the sidelines of the SIAM, explored exhibitions, visited several agricultural sites, and met officials from the OCP, a company producing phosphate-based fertilizers.
by translator coordinator | Mar 4, 2023 | Uncategorized
A delegation for the Kingdom of Eswatini visited the Kingdom of Morocco from 1st to 4th March 2023. It was led by the Senate President Honorable Pastor Mrs. Lindiwe Dlamini accompanied by several Senators, the Clerk to Parliament, and members of the Parliamentary Services Board.
The visit’s main purpose was to engage in a benchmarking exercise with the House of Councilors of the Kingdom of Morocco on the sidelines of the 17th Plenary session of the Parliamentary Assembly of the Mediterranean (PAM). The Senate President was bestowed the honor to address the Plenary during the opening session of the PAM.
The Senate President highlighted the objective of the PAM session, which included forging political, economic, and social cooperation; therefore, underscored the importance of the discussions that ensued in finding common solutions to the challenges facing the region and bringing about peace and prosperity.
During her working visit to the Kingdom of Morocco, the Honorable Senate President paid a courtesy call on His Excellency Mr. Nasser Bourita, Minister of Foreign Affairs, African Cooperation and Moroccan Expatriates to discuss further parliamentary cooperation between the two Kingdoms.
by translator coordinator | Jan 12, 2023 | Uncategorized
The Embassy of the Kingdom of Eswatini to the Kingdom of Morocco had the honor of participating in the Rabat Forum on the Reduction of the Costs of Remittances of the African Diaspora on January 12, 2023, held at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, African Cooperation and Moroccan Expatriates.
This Forum, which is part of the implementation of the 2021-2031 agenda on African roots and the African Diaspora, aimed at conducting a total reflection on the factors and measures to support the dynamics of remittance flows from the African Diaspora while accelerating efforts to reduce associated costs, in alignment with the 2023 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and Goal 20 of the Global Compact for Safe, Orderly and Regular Migration (making remittances faster, safer and cheaper and promoting the financial inclusion of migrants).
Co-chaired by the Minister of Foreign Affairs, African Cooperation, and Moroccan Expatriates, H.E. Mr. Nasser Bourita, and his Togolese counterpart, H.E. Mr. Robert Dussey, this forum was held with the participation of representatives of the AU Commissioner for Development, Trade, Industry and Mining, the AU Commissioner for Health, Humanitarian Affairs and Social Development, the Director of Citizens and Diaspora of the AU and representative of Africa’s partners and financial institutions (African Development Bank, the World Bank, the IMF, the European Investment Bank and the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development).
The Forum concluded with the presentation of the “Rabat Conclusions” which include the recommendations of the plenary sessions with the establishment of a steering committee to support African states in their actions to reduce the cost of transfers from the African diaspora to the African continent.
The recommendations contained in the “Rabat Conclusions” are to be proposed to the AU Summit scheduled for February 2023.
by translator coordinator | Jan 10, 2023 | Uncategorized
Tuesday 10 January 2023, marked the celebration of the main day of the Big Incwala in the Kingdom of Eswatini. Incwala, often translated as “Festival of the Firstfruits” the tasting of the first of the season bounty by the king is only one part of this long ritual.
Incwala takes place in the Royal Kraal for four days from the new harvest after the full moon nearest the summer solstice. Visitors interested in Eswatini culture are always welcome to attend but are required to respect tradition – ladies wear skirts and men are allowed not to wear hats unless they have traditional headdresses.
The event is a celebration that unites the country, helps gain ancestors’ blessing, sanctifies the kingship, and celebrates the beginning of the harvest season. A sequence of 3 days culminates on Big Incwala, the major day of the festival when the feasting and dancing reach a climax, and thousands of people thronging the royal parade grounds. The ceremony ends when the King of Eswatini, Mswati III, in full ceremonial dress, joins his warriors in the traditional dance and enters a unique sanctuary and after some conventional rituals, eats the first fruits of the season. The songs dances and rituals that take place inside the Royal Kraal remain a matter of utmost secrecy and may not be recorded on written down.
The final day of the Incwala Festival signifies the end of the old year and welcomes the year to come. Regiments march to a forest and return with wood, which forms a central fire in the cattle byre. Objects are burnt and dancers celebrate the future to come.
Find out more about the Incwala Festival here.
by translator coordinator | Dec 23, 2022 | Uncategorized
The Chargé d’Affaires a.i.
and the entire staff of the Embassy of the Kingdom of Eswatini to the Kingdom of Morocco
have the honor to wish you and your loved ones
Happy Holidays and Happy 2023!
