Africa-Press – Eswatini. In a meeting that resonated with promise and shared purpose, Business Eswatini recently had the distinct pleasure of formally welcoming Ms. Khangeziwe Mabuza, the new Chief Executive Officer of the Sincephetelo Motor Vehicle Accident Fund (SMVAF). More than a ceremonial visit, the engagement felt like the first chapter in a powerful new partnership, one poised to redefine road safety, service excellence, and social impact in the Kingdom of Eswatini.
Merely three months into her tenure, Ms. Mabuza has not just settled into her role; she has ignited a palpable energy of transformation. Her vision, shared with deep conviction, is not merely to manage the Fund but to reimagine its potential, positioning it as a cornerstone of national welfare and a proactive leader in creating a safer Eswatini for all.
Ms. Mabuza gratefully acknowledged the “highly effective and supportive team” she inherited, a solid foundation upon which she is building ambitious plans. This internal cohesion is already fuelling action. From day one, her leadership has been characterized by a proactive drive to streamline internal processes, a move destined to translate directly into faster, more responsive, and more compassionate service for every client and beneficiary who interacts with the Fund.
Addressing a critical concern head-on, she assured that delays in payments are being tackled with renewed vigour and strategic focus. This commitment underscores a core principle of her leadership: putting people and their urgent needs at the very heart of SMVAF’s mission.
What truly inspired the Business Eswatini delegation was the expansive, forward-looking scope of Ms. Mabuza’s vision. She spoke not just of managing accidents, but of preventing them. A powerful, shared ambition emerged: to dramatically reduce road accidents across the country. This visionary shift from reactive compensation to proactive prevention promises to save lives, reduce societal cost, and ensure the Fund’s long-term sustainability.
Key to this is the strategic replication of proven, life-saving models like the acclaimed Malagwane Hill cooling station initiative in other high-risk areas, a mission where the partnership and innovation of the private sector will be invaluable.
Furthermore, Ms. Mabuza is championing a bold redefinition of the SMVAF brand. The goal is to evolve its public perception from an entity associated solely with fossil fuels and accidents to a recognized “company of choice” and a celebrated leader in public welfare and safety innovation.
The meeting crystallized a powerful alignment of missions. Business Eswatini, representing the engine of the nation’s economy, and SMVAF, a guardian of its people’s well-being, found profound common ground. The path forward is illuminated by collaboration: strengthening existing partnerships, forging new strategic alliances, and leveraging collective resources for maximum national impact.
“We departed not just encouraged but genuinely inspired. In Ms. Khangeziwe Mabuza, we see a leader whose clarity of purpose, operational decisiveness, and expansive vision are exactly what the moment demands. Her leadership marks a new horizon for SMVAF, one defined by efficiency, innovation, compassion, and an unwavering commitment to saving lives.” remarked Business Eswatini CEO, Mr. E.Nathi Dlamini.
In concluding remarks, Mr. Dlamini conveyed “Business Eswatini stands ready, eager and optimistic, to walk this transformative path alongside Ms. Mabuza and her dedicated team. Together, we are committed to building safer, and more resilient future for EmaSwati. The journey toward a new era of safety and service has decisively begun.”
