At the World Press Freedom Day Commemoration this evening, Chargé d’Affaires Caitlin Piper emphasized the crucial need to protect press freedom in Eswatini. 'Some circles are discussing the possibility of imposing government regulation of the industry. This threatens freedom of…

Today is World Press Freedom Day, a day to celebrate the vital role journalism plays in our lives and society. A free independent press serves as a beacon of truth, shedding light on social issues, holding those in power accountable, and empowering communities to take action.…

Today we kicked off #WPF Day events with a productive and enlightening discussion on media self-regulation. The consensus couldn't have been clearer: self-regulation is key to fostering a vibrant and responsible media in Eswatini!

A huge thanks to esteemed panelists—U.K High…

Happy International Labor Day! Today, we honor the enduring legacy of the global labor movement and the tireless efforts of workers worldwide. We especially celebrate the hard work and dedication of Eswatini's workers, including our esteemed Embassy staff. This is a time to…

Happy International Jazz Day! Today we celebrate the vibrant rhythms and innovative spirit of jazz. Let's honor the legendary artists who've shaped this genre and the new voices who continue to innovate. In 1963, Duke Ellington and his orchestra performed in India while touring…

Africa's PV potential is great, but what's PV? PV refers to photovoltaic technology that harnesses solar energy from the sun. Africa has abundant solar potential and renewables are powering the future. Let's harness this opportunity for a sustainable, electrifying tomorrow!…

We are proud to have successfully organized and funded a familiarization tour of the South African Press Council and other SA Media Self-regulatory organizations for key media stakeholders, Mbongeni Mbingo (Editor’s Forum Chairperson), Ntombi Mhlongo (Secretary General of the…

Yesterday marked the successful launch of a groundbreaking partnership between the PEPFAR DREAMS initiative implemented through USAID and the ICDF Micro-Financing project.

Through this collaboration, 40 exceptional young women selected by USAID DREAMS implementing partner,…

Yesterday, we commemorated a pivotal moment in history when the world's attention was drawn to the HIV/AIDS epidemic. It was on this day in 1984 that US Secretary of Health and Human Services Margaret Heckler announced the discovery of the virus that would later be named HIV.…

Happy World Earth Day 2024!
This year, the theme is 'Planet vs Plastics.' Let's shine a light on the pressing issue of plastic pollution and its detrimental impact on our precious planet.
In Eswatini, plastic waste damages our rivers, our wildlife, our natural landscapes and the…

The U.S. Government, through PEPFAR,is proud to help elevate and equip the nursing workforce with leadership and technical skills to sustain the HIV response and support broader public health efforts. Today we launched the E18 million Nursing Leadership Initiative in…

We confirm U.S. Senate Resolution 174 was passed unanimously on April 17, 2024. We will continue to work closely with the government of Eswatini to address the issues and recommendations raised in the resolution and support all efforts aimed at finding solutions.…

The Embassy is announcing vacancies for the below positions. For more details on the available positions and how to apply, click here: sz.usembassy.gov/jobs/

Glad to have met His Excellency the Prime Minister Russell Mmiso Dlamini and had the chance to share foundational U.S. values such as promoting freedom and democracy, fighting corruption, and protecting human rights—all of which are central to U.S. foreign policy.

We are thrilled to announce the successful completion of Eswatini's first-ever Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) program, a pioneering initiative by Nhloso Likusasa Le’lichakazile in partnership with the U.S. Embassy. This 5-month journey has empowered a diverse group of 20…