Africa-Press – Eswatini. The Cabinet of the Kingdom of Eswatini, under the dynamic leadership of Prime Minister Russell Mmiso Dlamini, has not only overcome reported internal divisions but has also showcased its unity and vision on the global stage at the ongoing Expo 2025 in Osaka, Japan. This remarkable achievement, coupled with the success of the recent Eswatini Investment Summit, underscores the Cabinet’s unwavering commitment to delivering on its mandate, as entrusted by His Majesty King Mswati III, to drive economic prosperity and international cooperation.
Appointed by His Majesty on November 3, 2023, during the Sibaya People’s Parliament, Prime Minister Dlamini faced early challenges in uniting a diverse Cabinet following the 2023 Tinkhundla elections. Reports of internal disagreements threatened to hinder progress, but Dlamini’s strategic application of the four stages of institutional development—forming, storming, norming, and performing—has transformed the Cabinet into a cohesive and high-performing team.
In the forming stage, the newly constituted Cabinet established roles and aligned with the King’s vision for economic and social development. Dlamini, drawing on his experience as the former CEO of the National Disaster Management Agency, fostered collaboration and a shared commitment to serve the Emaswati people. The storming stage saw tensions arise from differing perspectives, but Dlamini addressed these through open dialogue and conflict resolution, leveraging his training in sustainable development to maintain focus on national priorities. The norming stage solidified trust and accountability, with regular strategy sessions and clear communication channels aligning ministers with the Parliament’s objectives of transparency and good governance. The performing stage has been vividly demonstrated through the Cabinet’s unified efforts at both the Eswatini Investment Summit and Japan Expo 2025.
The Eswatini Investment Summit, held recently, marked a turning point, showcasing the Cabinet’s ability to work as a united front. The event attracted significant interest from international investors, laying the groundwork for economic growth through partnerships and job creation initiatives. This momentum carried forward to Expo 2025, where Prime Minister Dlamini, joined by Minister of Commerce, Industry and Trade Manqoba Khumalo, Minister of Tourism and Environmental Affairs Jane Mkhonta-Simelane, and Acting Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation Mabulala Maseko, led a delegation to position Eswatini as a premier destination for investment and tourism. At the Japan-Eswatini Business Forum held on the sidelines of the Expo, Dlamini emphasized that Eswatini’s participation “goes beyond showcasing our rich cultural heritage” and serves as “a strategic platform to advance our economic agenda—boosting bilateral trade with Japan, attracting investment, and promoting tourism.”
The delegation’s efforts have yielded tangible results. Japan and Eswatini have strengthened trade ties, with bilateral trade exceeding E200 million, and Dlamini has invited more Japanese investors to explore opportunities in the Kingdom. Additionally, several countries, including Taiwan, have expressed keen interest in launching landmark projects in Eswatini. A notable example is the proposed Taiwan Industrial Park, a transformative initiative stemming from a memorandum of understanding signed in September 2023, which also includes Taiwan’s support for a fuel storage facility to enhance Eswatini’s energy security. This project, discussed during Dlamini’s visit to Taiwan in March 2024, is expected to bolster industrial capacity and create jobs, further aligning with the government’s economic goals.
The success at Expo 2025, highlighted by vibrant cultural displays and strategic engagements during Eswatini’s National Day, reflects the Cabinet’s unity and focus. Dlamini’s leadership was further affirmed during a summit meeting with Japanese Prime Minister Ishiba on June 5, 2025, reinforcing bilateral cooperation. These achievements align with His Majesty King Mswati III’s directive at Sibaya to address poverty and economic challenges, with the Cabinet demonstrating its ability to translate royal vision into actionable outcomes.
As Eswatini continues to shine on the global stage, the Cabinet’s journey through the forming, storming, norming, and performing stages serves as a powerful testament to its resilience. With Prime Minister Russell Dlamini at the helm, alongside the entire cabinet ministers, the government is not only united but also poised to deliver transformative progress, ensuring a prosperous future for all Emaswati.
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