Hlathikhulu COE
Hlathikhulu COE
Hlathikhulu is a historic and vibrant town located in the Shiselweni Region of Eswatini, serving as one of the key administrative and commercial centers in the southern part of the country.
Introduction
Hlathikhulu is a historic and vibrant town located in the Shiselweni Region of Eswatini, serving as one of the key administrative and commercial centers in the southern part of the country. Surrounded by rolling hills and rich agricultural land, the town plays an important role in regional trade, governance, and service delivery for nearby rural communities. Hlathikhulu is known for its cultural heritage, bustling marketplaces, and strategic location, which make it a hub of social and economic activity in the region. Over the years, it has continued to grow steadily, balancing modern development with its traditional roots and natural beauty.
The Hlathikhulu Town Board is the local governing authority responsible for overseeing the town’s management, development, and provision of essential services. Its key functions include urban planning, infrastructure maintenance, waste management, and the promotion of sustainable local economic growth. The Town Board works collaboratively with community members, government agencies, and private sector partners to implement initiatives that enhance service delivery, public health, and environmental conservation. Guided by principles of transparency, inclusivity, and efficiency, the Hlathikhulu Town Board is dedicated to building a clean, well-organized, and economically vibrant town that contributes meaningfully to the overall development of the Shiselweni Region.
Stories of change
John Shiba - Swaziland
I attended a Gender Links organised training session in Mbabane on the coverage and reportage of women in politics and gender-based violence. I am convinced that I need to involve women in the early stages of setting up the community radio station. Now, women come to the meetings that we hold and learn how to produce radio shows.Go to: Find out more- Go to: Find out more
Eswatini: Girls clubs grow confidence
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Ezulwini: Fezile Nsibande
Nomsa Mmema - Swaziland
Nomsa is a 48 year old woman who has never married and has three children. She resides at Hlathikulu with her children. Nomsa lost the father of her children in a tragic accident which happened the day he was fetching her to introduce her to his parents and marry her. Her dreams were shattered the moment she heard of her fiancée's demise. She was traumatised and even contemplated suicide at one point and also killing her children. She was faced with the realisation that for once she was alone and helpless. She had never been employed before and the only source of income was from her fiancée's earnings. Before her encounter with Gender Links she used to go around washing nurses' clothes for a fee, looking after children (day care) and weeding fields.Go to: Find out more
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