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Learn more about Swaziland! Swaziland facts, geography, government, food, and what to do in Swaziland!
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Swaziland
Fast Facts
*Capital: Lobamba
*Bordered by South Africa and Mozambique
*Area: 17,364 square kilometers (slightly smaller than New Jersey)
*Language: English and SiSwati
*Government: Absolute Monarchy
*Population: 1,185,000 (2009 estimate)
Prehistoric rock paintings found in Swaziland!
Khoisan hunter-gatherers were the first inhabitants.
Name comes from King Mswati I.
Dictated by British rule in 19th and 20th century
Gained independence on September 6, 1968.
History
Sishwala Sncwancwa Sitfubi Siphuphe
setindlubu Emasi etinkhobe
temmbila Emasi emabele
Food
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An absolute monarchy
King: Mswati III Indlovukazi: Queen
Ntombi Prime Minister:
Barnabas Sibusiso Dlamini
Deputy Prime Minister: Themba N. Masuku
Government
Mainly mountains Lowest point: Great
Usutu River Highest point:
Emlembe Landlocked. Nearly
completely surrounded by South Africa
Geography
Hlane Royal National Park
Ngwenya Glass Factory
White water rafting Mlilwane Hogs and
Hippo Trail Royal Swazi Spa
What to do in Swaziland