{"id":68151,"date":"2025-04-09T20:18:37","date_gmt":"2025-04-09T20:18:37","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.africa-press.net\/eswatini\/all-news\/a-seat-at-the-global-table-eshec-ceo-flies-the-flag-for-eswatini-in-eu-dialogue"},"modified":"2025-04-09T20:18:37","modified_gmt":"2025-04-09T20:18:37","slug":"a-seat-at-the-global-table-eshec-ceo-flies-the-flag-for-eswatini-in-eu-dialogue","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.africa-press.net\/eswatini\/all-news\/a-seat-at-the-global-table-eshec-ceo-flies-the-flag-for-eswatini-in-eu-dialogue","title":{"rendered":"A SEAT AT THE GLOBAL TABLE\u201d: ESHEC CEO FLIES THE FLAG FOR ESWATINI IN EU DIALOGUE"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"color: #ff6600\"><strong>Africa-Press &#8211; Eswatini. <\/strong><\/span><b>In a powerful display of leadership, vision, and collaboration, Dr. Loretta Mkhonta, CEO of the Eswatini Higher Education Council (ESHEC), has joined an elite team of Swazi change-makers currently engaging with the European Union in a mission that blends diplomacy with development.<\/b><\/p>\n<p>Set against the backdrop of Namibia\u2019s capital city, Windhoek, the engagement brings together some of Eswatini\u2019s brightest minds to forge international partnerships that aim to uplift education, empower youth, and boost the nation\u2019s skills capacity.<\/p>\n<p>Dr. Mkhonta is part of a high-powered delegation led by Makhosini S. Mndawe, Principal Secretary in the Ministry of Labour and Social Security. She is joined by Mboni Dlamini, Executive Secretary of the Eswatini Qualifications Authority, E. Nathi Dlamini, CEO of Business Eswatini, and Earnest Simelane, Director of Industrial and Vocational Training.<\/p>\n<p>Their mission? To position Eswatini at the heart of continental conversations around education, innovation, and employment \u2013 and to make sure that the kingdom\u2019s voice resonates in EU-funded programmes that are shaping Africa\u2019s future.<\/p>\n<p>The dialogue is supported by key figures from the European Union Delegation: Allen Dlamini, Programme Manager for Skills Development, and Rolf Strier, Team Leader for the EU Cooperation Facility. Together, they are exploring new ways to align Eswatini\u2019s developmental goals with international support and expertise.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cIt\u2019s not just a meeting \u2013 it\u2019s a movement,\u201d said a proud insider. \u201cDr. Mkhonta\u2019s presence signals that Eswatini\u2019s higher education sector is ready to take bold steps forward and craft lasting global partnerships.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>At the heart of the engagement lies a simple but powerful truth: investing in people \u2013 particularly the youth \u2013 is the surest path to sustainable growth. As the delegation shares ideas and shapes strategy with EU partners, the message is clear: Eswatini is open for transformation.<\/p>\n<p>With her calm authority and forward-thinking approach, Dr. Mkhonta continues to champion the role of higher education as a cornerstone of national development. 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