Africa-Press – Eswatini. Africa must be recognised as an equal partner in shaping global solutions, Prime Minister Russell Mmiso Dlamini declared while addressing world leaders at the Fourth Global Council for Political Renewal Conference in Cape Town.
He emphasised that democracy does not follow a single model and that countries must be allowed to strengthen governance in ways that reflect their history, culture and social contracts.
Speaking before Heads of State, ministers and global leaders, Dlamini delivered a strong message on the importance of inclusive governance and ethical leadership in rebuilding public trust worldwide.
“Africa must be recognised not as a problem to be managed, nor merely as a source of resources to be exploited, but as a capable and equal partner in shaping global solutions grounded in dignity, equity and self-determination,” he said.
“When we speak of democracy becoming more democratic, we are acknowledging that it evolves and adapts to the histories, cultures and social contracts of societies,” he added.
Political leadership must once again be ethical, honest and ultimately judged by delivery, he told the gathering.
“Too often, politics is driven not by principle, but by money and influence. This erosion of ethics distorts priorities, weakens institutions and corrodes public trust,” he said.
During the address, the Prime Minister introduced Eswatini’s guiding principle of Anginasitsa — ‘I have no enemy.‘ This philosophy reflects strength with restraint, authority with humility and leadership rooted in respect for human dignity.
“Integrity is not optional. Honesty is not negotiable. Delivery is the ultimate test of leadership,” he said.
“Our collective objective is not abstract debate, but the practical shaping and implementation of policies and systems that restore ethics in politics and accelerate inclusive human development.”
