His Majesty Mswati III has urged Lutsango to take the lead in teaching the nation about self-care, self-respect and killer diseases such as HIV/AIDS.
The King said while HIV/AIDS had claimed many lives in the past, there was now renewed hope due to newly introduced injections aimed at preventing and curbing the spread of the disease.
He expressed hope that Lutsango would use the Buganu Festival gathering to access the injections, noting that many women come from rural areas where such services are scarce.
He added that the Ministry of Health should take advantage of such platforms to render services and reach different regiments.
The King urged Lutsango to take the lessons learnt about HIV/AIDS back to their communities so that even those who did not hear the message could benefit and help curb the spread of the disease.
He said a person who shares educational information and provides solutions demonstrates love.
Recalling a time when the country experienced many tears due to the disease, he said women understood the pain as they attended numerous funerals.
“Now that there is a solution to wipe away the tears, it must be spoken about openly,” he said.
His Majesty said the country looks to Lutsango for growth and economic prosperity so that school leavers do not complete their studies only to become desperate.
He noted that such gatherings provide opportunities to share ideas on preserving and stabilising homes so families can prosper.
Women, he said, play a vital role in communities, taking the lead in showing the right way with dedication.
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Referring to crime statistics, the King observed that women were far fewer offenders compared to men, adding that this showed men have much to learn from Lutsango.
The King said everyone is born of a woman who teaches respect and how to be a decent member of society.
When someone is disrespectful, he noted, attention often turns to the mother and whether she provided proper guidance.
He expressed delight that Lutsango was teaching respect in the country, highlighting their humility even during the ceremony.
He further stated that global statistics show women outnumber men, describing this as a blessing from heaven.
His Majesty applauded Lutsango for bringing the best buganu and other fruits, risking much to ensure quality.
He said this encouraged the nation to work hard and contribute to food security, making the country self-sustainable and less dependent on external assistance.
Their efforts, he added, serve as a learning curve for young women who will join Lutsango in future, noting that the unity displayed was a lesson in what it means to be part of the regiment.
The King also shared that the stadium had been extended, but noted that despite the expansion, the numbers showed it was still too small as people attended in large numbers.
He said it was always good for the nation to gather in happiness, appreciating God and the ancestors for making such joyful events possible.
“God blesses people who are happy and grants them good things and abundant harvests,” he said.
He concluded by applauding Lutsango for their performance, noting that their numbers were so large it took hours for them to dance across the arena.
