Africa-Press – Eswatini. The Minister of Education and Training, Owen Nxumalo, has applauded his Cabinet colleagues—particularly the Minister of Public Service, Mabulala Maseko—for their dedication and teamwork in ensuring the successful implementation of the long-awaited Salary Review, which addresses several long-standing challenges faced by teachers across Eswatini.
Speaking during the World Teachers’ Day celebrations held on October 24, 2025, at the Mavuso Exhibition and Trade Centre, Minister Nxumalo hailed the government’s collective effort to honour its commitment to educators. He confirmed that teachers would receive their adjusted salaries on Monday, following brief delays linked to technical processing.
“The Salary Review has addressed some of the long-standing challenges our teachers have faced,” Nxumalo said. “I extend my sincere gratitude to my colleague, the Minister of Public Service, Mabulala Maseko, and the entire Cabinet for working tirelessly to make this possible.”
Government Delivers on Salary Review Commitments
The Government has implemented Scenario 3 of the Salary Review, with adjustments effective from October 2025 and backdated to April 2025. The review includes significant improvements to housing and bus fare allowances, a move aimed at enhancing teachers’ welfare and retention.
According to Nxumalo, housing allowances have been fully implemented for Salary Bands A and B, while Bands C to F will receive their full adjustments in July 2026 as part of the next financial phase. Bus fare allowances, on the other hand, have already been revised and implemented in full this month.
The Minister noted that these measures are in direct alignment with the directives of His Majesty King Mswati III, who instructed government to address issues raised by educators during the 2023 Sibaya People’s Parliament.
“This is not just a financial adjustment—it is a demonstration of government’s recognition of the critical role teachers play in shaping our nation’s future,” Nxumalo emphasised.
Contract Teachers and Ongoing Reforms
Addressing another key concern, Nxumalo revealed that progress is underway to convert long-serving contract teachers to permanent posts. Many of these educators, he said, have served for over a decade under temporary contracts and continue to receive comparatively low pay.
“We are committed to resolving this matter holistically,” Nxumalo assured. “No teacher who has faithfully served our schools for years should remain in uncertainty.”
He encouraged continued peaceful dialogue between the Government and teacher unions, emphasising collaboration and understanding as essential tools for resolving disputes.
“When challenges arise, we must sit down, talk, and find solutions together,” he said.
A Step Forward for Education
The implementation of the Salary Review marks a major step in restoring confidence within Eswatini’s education sector. It signals a renewed government commitment to valuing educators, improving working conditions, and strengthening the quality of learning across the country.
As the reforms take effect, Minister Nxumalo reaffirmed the Ministry’s vision of an empowered teaching workforce—one that is well-supported, motivated, and central to building a prosperous Eswatini.
“Our teachers are the heart of learning,” Nxumalo concluded. “When we invest in them, we invest in the nation’s future.”
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