Industry captains, diplomats, Emaswati and friends of the country gathered in large numbers at the Ludzidzini Royal Residence for the Umhlanga Reed Dance tetfulo to His Majesty King Mswati III.
Gifts Presented to the King
The royal residence was a scene of colour and pride as diplomats, politicians, parastatals, government ministries, corporates and citizens heeded the call to present gifts as a gesture of love and support for the King and the maidens’ ceremony.
The gifts included groceries, cash, livestock, food items, and basic amenities for Imbali.
Among the notable corporates and institutions that presented were:
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Eswatini Electricity Company (EEC)
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Eswatini National Provident Fund (ENPF)
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Tibiyo Taka Ngwane
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Ubombo Sugar
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Eswatini Communications Commission (ESCOMM)
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Eswatini Medical Christian University (EMCU)
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Eswatini Water Services Corporation (EWSC)
Others from across industries and society also contributed generously.
Ceremony of Pride and Unity
Crowds began arriving as early as 10am to register their gifts for presentation.
The Umhlanga Reed Dance Ceremony once again attracted throngs of Imbali from all regions of Eswatini and beyond. The maidens, filled with patriotism and pride, adhered to the royal summons and danced with joy before Their Majesties and honoured guests.
African leaders also joined the occasion, with some bringing their own regiments to march alongside local ones.
This past Monday, which was declared a public holiday as the main day of the ceremony, saw the maidens dancing up a storm before Their Majesties, celebrating Eswatini’s culture and unity.
