Matsapha – Prime Minister Russell Mmiso Dlamini says faith, integrity and spiritual renewal remain key to sustaining peace, stability and national security in Eswatini.
The Prime Minister made the remarks on Friday 30 January 2026 during the Royal Eswatini Police Service Christian Police Association Annual Prayer Day held at the Matsapha Police Academy.
Addressing police officers and invited guests, Dlamini thanked the Royal Eswatini Police Service for setting aside time at the start of the year to reflect and reconnect spiritually. He also expressed appreciation for the peace and stability prevailing in the country at a time when many parts of the world are experiencing unrest.
The Prime Minister described the prayer service as a reflection of the country’s source of strength and commended the Police Service for seeking divine guidance as it carries out its responsibility of protecting citizens and maintaining national security.
“We must thank the Almighty God for the peace and stability that we enjoy in this country, and for the rains we have received across the Kingdom, even as we pray for wisdom to manage the challenges that come with them,” said the Prime Minister.
He said national strength goes beyond human effort and resources.
“As a country and as a Police Service, our strength does not lie in human effort alone, but in God who gives us wisdom, strength and who fights for us,” he said.
Dlamini said the theme of the prayer day, Lord Revive Us Again, was appropriate as the Police Service begins its work for the year.
“The theme ‘Lord Revive Us Again’ is fitting and timely as it marks the beginning of the year where we recharge spiritually and mentally, and as the Police Service embarks on its plans and execution for 2026,” he said.
He urged officers to remain spiritually grounded while confronting crime and social challenges.
“We wrestle not against flesh and blood, but against forces of darkness. As such, our prayer must be that we are strong in the Lord and in the power of His might,” said Dlamini.
The Prime Minister identified crime, corruption, gender based violence, stock theft and organised crime as serious threats that must be dealt with firmly.
“Crime, corruption, gender based violence, stock theft and organised crime are among the evils that must be confronted decisively. There can be no compromise in the fight against these ills,” he said.
He also warned against protecting wrongdoing within institutions.
“We must expose corruption wherever it exists, even when it involves those within our own ranks. It is unacceptable to come to God in prayer while harbouring or protecting criminals,” he said.
Dlamini told police officers that prayer must be matched with discipline and professionalism in their daily work.
“Prayer alone is not enough. We must prepare, plan and execute with excellence. While victory comes from the Lord, our duty is to be organised, disciplined and prepared,” he said.
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