The Royal Eswatini Police Service Community Safety Unit visited St Mark’s High School in Mbabane on Wednesday, April 8, 2026, to engage learners on crime related challenges affecting young people.
At about 1330 hours, Mbabane Community Safety officers met with school going children during an awareness session aimed at equipping them with knowledge on how to stay safe both inside and outside the school premises.
The visit formed part of the police service’s ongoing outreach programme targeting schools across the country. Officers spoke to learners about the consequences of engaging in criminal activities and gangsterism, warning that such conduct could have lasting legal and social repercussions.
Discussions also covered the effects of drug and substance abuse, which police said continue to pose a serious threat to the wellbeing and future of young people. Learners were urged to avoid experimenting with drugs and to seek guidance from trusted adults if they feel pressured.
Bullying within schools was another key issue raised during the session. Officers encouraged students to report incidents of intimidation and violence, reminding them that silence often allows such behaviour to continue unchecked.
The importance of preventing and reporting sexual offences was also addressed, with learners informed about available channels for seeking help and the role of law enforcement in protecting victims.
The overall aim of the engagement was to empower students on how to recognise, prevent and report crimes, thereby fostering a safer and more secure school environment in Mbabane and across Eswatini.
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