Eswatini Mobile has wrapped up its exciting Win an iPhone 17 Pro Max competition, leaving three lucky subscribers celebrating early Christmas victories. The competition, which ran as part of the company’s commitment to digital inclusion, aimed to support His Majesty King Mswati III’s vision of a First World Eswatini.
To qualify, customers simply had to load E100 or more during the campaign period. According to Eswatini Mobile Chief Executive Officer, Sydney Sichula, “the competition was a way to give back to loyal customers while ensuring that emaSwati remain connected through world-class digital devices.”
Sichula said the competition was well received and achieved its desired impact. He revealed that the outcome was especially satisfying because the winners came from diverse age groups and income levels, demonstrating true nationwide accessibility.
He further highlighted that Eswatini Mobile’s mission is to connect communities seamlessly and affordably, and this initiative was a step toward achieving exactly that.
Sichula congratulated the winners and reaffirmed Eswatini Mobile’s ongoing commitment to rewarding its customers while driving digital transformation across the Kingdom of Eswatini, and beyond, living up to its vision to be Africa’s Leading Integrated Business Partner.
Winner 1: Headteacher celebrates upgraded smartphone experience
Monday Simelane (49), Headteacher – Gija High School
Simelane could not contain his excitement after learning he had won the latest iPhone device. He said he normally loads E200 every month, and doing so during the competition was simply routine, not a deliberate attempt to win.
“When the call came in notifying me of the win, I was in disbelief,” he said with a smile. “I am truly grateful to Eswatini Mobile. This initiative has definitely upgraded my phone game.”
Winner 2: Businesswoman gets a boost for her brand
Phumlile Nkambule (38), Interior Designer – Matsapha
Nkambule described her experience as surreal, admitting that she did not believe the news at first.
“Mine bengicabanga kutsi bofacata,(I thought it was a scam)” she laughed, explaining that she only believed it once she was called to collect the device. “Even then, I was still a doubting Thomas.”
She expressed deep appreciation to Eswatini Mobile, saying the high-end device will greatly enhance her business. “In my line of work, clear photos and short videos are everything. This phone is a massive upgrade; I was using a 2G phone before, therefore I’m grateful to Eswatini Mobile. It sure does have benefits to be a customer to Your Affordable Network!”
Winner 3: Young supervisor thrills at a digital lifestyle upgrade
Sihle Ntshalintshali (29), Supervisor – RESCorp, Mhlume
Ntshalintshali said receiving such a premium smartphone has energized her daily routine, and her content creation ambitions.
“I’m ecstatic! Considering the phone’s features, I know it will make my life so much easier,” she said. “As a young person, content creation is part of my lifestyle, so this is such an exciting upgrade from the Samsung device I’m using. Thank you, Eswatini Mobile, for an amazing Christmas gift.”
About the iPhone 17 Pro Max:
The iPhone 17 Pro Max features a 6.9-inch Super Retina XDR OLED display with a smooth 120Hz ProMotion experience. It runs on Apple’s powerful A19 Pro chip, offering enhanced performance and AI-driven capabilities. The triple-lens 48MP camera system delivers professional-quality photos and videos, perfect for content creators and business users alike.
Long-lasting battery life, fast USB-C charging, and 5G connectivity make it an ideal device for a modern digital lifestyle. The device is available in three sleek finishes: Silver, Deep Blue, and Cosmic Orange.
