Africa-Press – Eswatini. The delegation, led by the Ambassador of Japan to Eswatini, H.E. Shimizu Fumio, and UNICEF Eswatini, conducted a critical field assessment on 9 December 2025 of a humanitarian project designed to combat acute food insecurity across Eswatini’s most affected constituencies (Tinkhundla).
The year-long initiative, which commenced in March 2025 and concludes in February 2026, focuses on delivering immediate, life-saving support in nutrition, health, and WASH (Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene) to ensure vulnerable women and children maintain access to essential services amidst ongoing challenges.
The assessment began at the King Sobhuza II Public Health Clinic, one of eleven facilities benefiting directly from the project. Support from the Government of Japan has materialized in the provision of crucial infrastructure:
ORS Utensils: The clinic has been equipped with vital Oral Rehydration Salt (ORS) utensils, utilized daily for treating patients requiring urgent hydration support.
Hygiene Facilities: New hand-washing facilities have been installed to significantly improve hygiene standards and mitigate the risk of disease transmission.
The delegation subsequently visited the Mnyenyweni outreach site. The site serves as a prime example of the project’s strategy to decentralize essential services, specifically targeting remote areas. Over 100 children and elderly community members received integrated health, nutrition, and hygiene services at this single outreach initiative.
Ambassador Shimizu Fumio highlighted the strategic importance of the collaboration, stating: “We are really excited that the Government of Japan has supported progress in integration of services and outreach services. It is also important to ensure the sustainability of the programmes that have been initiated through this support.”
Amina Mohammed, UNICEF Representative, formallyacknowledged the continuous support from the Government of Japan and the Ministry of Health, emphasizing their dedication to reaching the most vulnerable populations despite persistent obstacles.
Dr. Shabangu, Senior Medical Officer at the Ministry of Health,affirmed the government’s commitment to these critical initiatives. He stressed that bolstering integrated service models is essential for achieving a long-term, impactful response to the nation’s humanitarian challenges.
The programme underscores a unified commitment to guaranteeing fundamental access to adequate nutrition, clean water, and essential health services, positioning communities to better cope with one of the country’s most pressing humanitarian concerns.
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