Africa-Press – Eswatini. In honour of His Majesty King Mswati III’s birthday, Imisebe Publishing proudly joins the national tribute themed “Leadership Under the Spirit of Nkwe”, which celebrates visionary leadership, cultural pride, and contributions to national development. As a 100% Swati-owned company founded in 2009, Imisebe Publishing continues to serve as a beacon of knowledge, culture, and educational excellence, in alignment with His Majesty’s vision for a progressive and enlightened Eswatini.
A Legacy of Enlightenment
The name Imisebe Yelilanga—”the rays of the sun”—encapsulates the company’s mission: to enlighten the nation through the written word, thereby illuminating the future of Eswatini’s youth.
With over 50 years of combined editorial experience, Imisebe’s team of professionals has consistently aligned its publishing objectives with national priorities by:
– Producing quality, curriculum-aligned educational resources.
– Empowering local authors.
– Promoting a culture of reading and writing among learners.
– Enhancing accessibility through modern publishing platforms.
Cultural Stewardship: Buganu Festival 2025
As a tribute to His Majesty’s commitment to preserving Swati culture, Imisebe Publishing proudly participated in the 2025 Buganu Festival at Hlane Royal Residence. This culturally significant event celebrates the marula harvest and serves as a symbol of unity and national pride.
The Imisebe Regiment was honored to present gifts to Their Majesties during the festival—a gesture that reflects respect, solidarity, and cultural devotion. Through traditional dance and community engagement, Imisebe reaffirms its role as a custodian of Swati traditions in an ever-evolving world.
Nurturing Language and Identity
In a profound commitment to language preservation, Imisebe Publishing has launched several landmark initiatives to sustain and celebrate the siSwati language, including:
The publication of “Emagugu EmaSwati”, an educational guide to Swati cultural rites such as Umhlanga, Buganu, Butimba, Incwala, and Lusekwane.
The creation of “Umphandza”, a siSwati monolingual dictionary for both primary and high school learners, ensuring language preservation for future generations.
Production of culturally rich siSwati titles like “Asibhale Indzaba”, “Wena Bowungatsini”, and “Lifa”.
These resources are designed to preserve Swati heritage, while inspiring national pride and identity through language and literature.
Pioneering New Ground: The siSwati Spelling Bee
In a historic first, Imisebe hosted the inaugural Sibitelo neMisebe—a national siSwati spelling bee that incorporates technology commenced in 2023. Eight high schools participated in the regional rounds, culminating in a grand finale where Swazi National High School was crowned national champion of 2023. In 2024 Big Bend High School won the competition and early this year Imisebe introduced the Sibitelo NeMisebe comeptition to private or Independent schools where Sifundzani High School claimed the crown. The event serves as a powerful platform to promote linguistic excellence, critical thinking, and cultural pride among young emaSwati.
Looking Ahead: A Commitment to National Development
As the nation celebrates the life and legacy of His Majesty, Imisebe Publishing recommits itself to the ideals of visionary leadership, cultural preservation, and educational empowerment. With each initiative, the organization echoes the spirit of Nkwe—a symbol of courage, resilience, and excellence.
Imisebe Publishing is proud to stand among institutions shaping Eswatini’s future, and remains unwavering in its mission to enlighten, empower, and uplift the Kingdom through knowledge, culture, and education.
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