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Mbabane COE

Mbabane COE

Mbabane COE

The city of Mbabane is the capital of Swaziland, it is located north-west of the country, 23km from the Ngwenya/Oshoek border with South Africa.

Mbabane COE

Introduction

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The Municipal Council of Mbabane is the governing authority responsible for managing and developing Eswatini’s capital city, Mbabane. As the administrative, economic, and cultural heart of the nation, Mbabane serves as a central hub for government institutions, commerce, and urban life. The council’s core mandate includes providing essential municipal services such as waste management, infrastructure maintenance, urban planning, and public health management. Through its policies and programs, the council seeks to ensure that Mbabane remains a clean, safe, and well-organized city that meets the needs of its residents, businesses, and visitors.

Guided by a commitment to sustainable urban development and good governance, the Municipal Council of Mbabane strives to balance modernization with environmental stewardship. The council collaborates with national government agencies, the private sector, and local communities to implement projects that enhance service delivery, promote investment, and improve the city’s livability. With a focus on innovation, inclusivity, and resilience, the council continues to position Mbabane as a model capital city—vibrant, efficient, and responsive to the evolving needs of its citizens.

Fact file
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Province:
Hhohho Region
Population:
94 874
Joined COE programme:
2012
# Councillors:
12 ( 1 female; 11 male)
Latest Summit:
2017

Award

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COE certs TEMPLATE 212x300 1
Silver Colour Award for Gender Mainstreaming 2017
Mbabane COE

Stories of change

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Summit case studies

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