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Africa-Press – Eswatini. <\/strong><\/span>On her first day as the new Chief Executive Officer of the Municipal Council of Mbabane, Gciniwe Fakudze made a bold declaration that she intends to work collaboratively with everyone in the city, including those who opposed her appointment. Fakudze said this at her new office when she made a brief interview.<\/b><\/p>\n

She has fully assumed the office after a court ruling that confirmed the legitimacy of her position. Fakudze further emphasized unity and cooperation in her leadership approach.<\/p>\n

She was appointed as CEO following a contentious legal battle initiated by some Mbabane councillors who argued that her appointment was not in line with proper procedure.<\/p>\n

However, on Monday, a court judgment confirmed that her appointment was lawful, clearing the way for her to assume her role.<\/p>\n

Municipal Council of Mbabane CEO Gciniwe Fakudze.<\/p>\n

\u201cI am here to work for the people of Mbabane, and I will ensure that I serve everyone, including those who did not endorse me,\u201d Fakudze said.<\/p>\n

She added that her priority is to transform Mbabane into a modern, technology-driven city, aiming to achieve the goal of making it a \u2018smart city.\u2019<\/p>\n

This transformation will focus on improving technology and infrastructure to benefit all residents.<\/p>\n

Fakudze also expressed gratitude to His Majesty King Mswati III for his continuous support of gender equality where she highlighted the fact that Eswatini women are granted equal opportunities in leadership roles.<\/p>\n

\u201cEswatini is privileged to have a leader who reminds the nation to promote gender equality.<\/p>\n

Women here are given the same opportunities as men, though it\u2019s not always easy. But we are fortunate to have a King who champions this cause,\u201d she said.<\/p>\n

With 17 years of experience in municipal management, having worked at Siteki and Matsapha Town Councils before joining Mbabane, Fakudze said that she is no stranger to the challenges of local governance.<\/p>\n

The Municipal Council of Mbabane offices.<\/p>\n

She acknowledged that the role is demanding but expressed the importance of collaboration in tackling the city\u2019s challenges.<\/p>\n

In addition to her municipal experience, Fakudze has also held senior positions at Eswatini Mobile and MTN Eswatini, which she believes will help her in bringing technological advancements to Mbabane.<\/p>\n

Moreover, she made a pledge that she will work in the \u201cNkwe\u2019 spirit which is the theme of the year for the Kingdom of Eswatini with government and other institution already adopted the theme.<\/p>\n

The new CEO further hailed the team at the office stating that they have welcomed her well and she believes that together they will achieve great things.<\/p>\n

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